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Muffler: Service and Repair



Muffler Replacement (LE5)

Removal Procedure




1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
3. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector (3).
4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.





Important: The HO2S uses a permanently attached pigtail and connector. This pigtail should not be removed from the sensor. Damage or removal of the pigtail or connector will affect proper operation of the sensor.

5. Remove the HO2S (2).




6. Remove the catalytic converter to muffler nuts.




7. Have an assistant support the muffler assembly.
8. Separate the muffler insulators from the hangers.
9. With the aid of an assistant, remove the muffler assembly.

Installation Procedure




1. With the aid of an assistant, position the muffler assembly.
2. Install the muffler insulators onto the hangers.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the catalytic converter to muffler nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).




4. Install the HO2S (2).
5. Lower the vehicle.




6. Connect the HO2S electrical connector (3).
7. Install the CPA retainer.
8. Close the hood.

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