Exhaust System: Service and Repair

Exhaust System Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the frame brace.
3. Remove the spare tire assembly.
4. Remove the rear axle tie rod.
5. Remove the rear axle brace.




6. Remove the nuts that secure the muffler to the catalytic converter.




7. Separate the exhaust system from the exhaust hanger insulators.
8. Remove the exhaust system.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the exhaust system to the vehicle and secure with the exhaust system hanger insulators.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the muffler to the catalytic converter and secure with the nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).

3. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.
4. Install the rear axle brace.
5. Install the rear axle tie rod.
6. Install the spare tire assembly.
7. Install the frame brace.
8. Lower the vehicle.