Exhaust Intermediate Pipe Replacement
Intermediate Pipe ReplacementRemoval Procedure
Notice: Do not over-flex or damage the flex decoupler joint when moving the flex decoupler joint from the normal mounting position. The flex decoupler joint will flex a maximum of six degrees which is equivalent to the pipes connected at the joint which move 1 inch for each foot length of pipe. A three foot pipe would move a maximum of three inches.
Important: A service muffler will be needed when replacing the intermediate pipe on an originally equipped, welded system.
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Support the 3-way catalytic converter.
3. Cut the intermediate pipe (1) at the muffler (2).
4. Remove the intermediate pipe from the 3-way catalytic converter.
5. Remove the intermediate pipe from the hanger.
6. Remove the intermediate pipe.
7. Remove the 3-way catalytic converter seal.
8. Clean the flange surface.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the 3-way catalytic converter seal.
2. Install the intermediate pipe to the hanger.
3. Install the intermediate pipe to the 3-way catalytic converter.
4. Weld the muffler (2) to the intermediate pipe (1).
5. Lower the vehicle.