Exhaust System: Service and Repair

Exhaust System Replacement (LY7) (3.6L)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the right and left catalytic converter to exhaust flexible pipe nuts.




3. Separate the exhaust hanger insulators from the hangers.
4. Remove the exhaust system (1).
5. Remove and discard the catalytic converter to exhaust flexible pipe gaskets.



Installation Procedure





1. Install NEW catalytic converter to exhaust flexible pipe gaskets.
2. Install the exhaust system (1).
3. Install the exhaust hanger insulators to the hangers.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

4. Install the right and left catalytic converter to exhaust flexible pipe nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

5. Check the entire exhaust system for leaks.
6. Lower the vehicle.