Removal and Replacement

The content of this article reflects the changes identified in TSB 11-15-002.

EXHAUST PIPE AND MAIN MUFFLER

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION [3.0L ENGINE]









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.