Exhaust Flexible Pipe

Exhaust Flexible Pipe

Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible pipe or damage to the exhaust system may occur.

1. NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove and discard the 2 exhaust flexible pipe-to-exhaust Y-pipe nuts.
^ Discard the gasket.
^ To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
3. Remove the Torca(R) clamp.
4. Separate the 2 exhaust flexible pipe isolators and remove the exhaust flexible pipe.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Install a new gasket and nuts.
6. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.