Muffler: Service and Repair

Muffler








REMOVAL

CAUTION:
Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.

1) Lift up the vehicle.
2) Separate the muffler from rear exhaust pipe.








3) Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
4) Remove the front and rear cushion rubber, and then remove the muffler.

CAUTION:
Be careful not to drop the muffler during removal.








INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE:
^ Use a new gasket and self-locking nut.
^ After assembling, degrease the lubricant which was applied to the cushion rubber while removing/installing.

Tightening torque:
48 N.m (4.9 kgf-m, 35.4 ft-lb)








INSPECTION

1) Check the connections and welds for exhaust leaks.
2) Make sure there are no holes or rusting.
3) Check the cushion rubber for wear or crack.