Removal and Replacement
This document has been updated per manufacturer TSB #08-15-001The content of this article reflects the changes identified in TSB 11-15-002.
EXHAUST PIPE AND MAIN MUFFLER
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Required Special Tool:
MD998770: Oxygen Sensor Wrench
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
[[A]] CENTER EXHAUST PIPE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR REMOVAL [VEHICLES FOR CALIFORNIA]
Use special tool MD998770 to remove the oxygen sensor.
[[B]] RIVET REMOVAL
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the heat protector with the drill.
Use a drill [6.0 mm (0.24 inch)] to make a hole in the rivet to break it, and then remove the rivet.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]]A[[ RIVET INSTALLATION
Use the rivet tool shown in the illustration to attach the rivet by the following procedure.
1. Place the recommended tool over section A of the rivet.
2. While pushing the flange surface of the rivet with the recommended tool, press the handle of the tool.
3. The thin part of section A of the rivet will break and the rivet will then be attached.
]]B[[ CENTER EXHAUST PIPE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR INSTALLATION [VEHICLES FOR CALIFORNIA]
Use special tool MD998770 to install the oxygen sensor.