Muffler and Tailpipe

Removal

NOTICE: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the isolators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.

NOTICE: Oil or grease-based lubricants on the isolators may cause the exhaust isolator to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.

NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

All vehicles

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

All vehicles except the 3.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI)

2. Loosen the Torca® clamp nut.
   • To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).

3. NOTICE: Do not damage or tear the isolators during removal.

   Using soapy water, separate the 4 isolators and remove the muffler and tailpipe assembly from the vehicle.

3.5L GTDI vehicles

4. Remove the 4 LH and RH exhaust flexible pipes-to-underbody catalytic converter nuts.
   • Discard the nuts and gaskets.
   • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

5. NOTICE: Do not damage or tear the isolators during removal.

   Using soapy water, separate the 7 isolators and remove the muffler and tailpipe assembly from the vehicle.

Installation

NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.