Muffler: Service and Repair

Muffler Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: The muffler is serviced as one piece from the catalytic converter to the tail pipe.




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.

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.

2. Use a utility stand in order to support the catalytic converter.
3. Remove the catalytic converter to muffler nuts.
4. Remove the catalytic converter to muffler gasket.




5. Remove the exhaust hanger insulators from the exhaust pipe.
6. Remove the muffler assembly towards the front of the vehicle and over the rear axle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the muffler assembly over the rear axle and towards the rear of the vehicle.
2. Install the exhaust hanger insulators to the exhaust pipes.




3. Install a new catalytic converter gasket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the catalytic converter to muffler nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

5. Lower the vehicle.