Exhaust Pipe Replacement

Removal Procedure





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

Notice: Refer to Catalytic Converter Movement Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Suitably support the exhaust system.
3. Disconnect the insulators from the exhaust pipe.





4. Remove the catalytic converter bolts.
5. Remove the catalytic converter gasket.





Important: The cut must be made approximately 38 mm (1.5 inch) from the mufflers to ensure adequate overlap for clamping.

6. Cut the exhaust pipe from the exhaust mufflers.
7. Remove the exhaust pipe from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Position the exhaust pipe under the vehicle and support the pipe.
2. Install the insulators to the exhaust pipe.
3. Install the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamps. Do not tighten the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamp nuts.
4. Install the exhaust pipe to the mufflers.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Tighten the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamp nuts.
^ Tighten the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamp nuts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





6. Install a new catalytic converter gasket.
7. Install the catalytic converter bolts.
^ Tighten the catalytic converter bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
8. Remove the support from the exhaust system.





9. Inspect for exhaust system leaks and underbody contact.
10. Lower the vehicle.