Exhaust System: Description and Operation

Exhaust System

NOTICE: When servicing the exhaust system or removing exhaust components, disconnect all Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) at the wiring connectors to prevent damage to the HO2S and wiring harness.

NOTE: The production muffler and tail pipe assembly is a 1-piece design. The service muffler and tail pipe assembly is serviced with 2 pieces. Refer to the Master Parts Catalog for part usage and interchangeability before installing a new exhaust system component.

The exhaust system:

- has a dual exhaust system.
- contains a 1-piece catalytic converter assembly on each side.
- has muffler brackets, with isolators at the muffler and the rear of the tail pipe, bolted to the body.
- has dampers (if equipped)
- has 2 Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S).
- has 2 Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS).
- production muffler and tail pipe assembly is a 1-piece design exhaust system.