Muffler: Service and Repair

Muffler Replacement

Removal Procedure

Notice: To prevent internal damage to the flexible coupling of the catalytic converter assembly, the converter must be supported. The vertical movement at the rear of the catalytic converter assembly must not exceed 6 degrees up or down.

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Use a utility stand in order to support the catalytic converter.





3. Remove the catalytic converter bolts.
4. Remove the catalytic converter gasket.





5. Remove the exhaust hanger insulators from the muffler.
6. If the vehicle is equipped with All-Wheel-Drive (AWD), use a utility stand in order to support and lower the crossmember.
7. Remove the muffler towards the front of the vehicle.
8. Clean the catalytic converter flange and the muffler flange.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the muffler over the rear axle and towards the rear of the vehicle.





2. Install the exhaust hanger insulators to the muffler.
3. If the vehicle is equipped with AWD, use the utility stand to raise and install the crossmember.





4. Install a new catalytic converter gasket.

5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the catalytic converter bolts.
Tighten the catalytic converter bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
6. Lower the vehicle.