Exhaust Resonator: Service and Repair

Resonator

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Do not use oil or grease based lubricants on the insulators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.

NOTE: Oil or grease based lubricants on the insulators may cause the exhaust hanger insulator to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove and discard the 2 resonator nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove and discard the resonator exhaust hanger and remove the resonator.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Install a new resonator gasket.