Muffler, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Remove the rear tunnel brace. Refer to OVERVIEW - UNDERBODY TRIM PANELS .

CAUTION:

Risk of damaging the coupling due to improper handling.

- Coupling must not be bent more than 10°.

- Do not load the coupling on the cable.

-- Loosen the clamping sleeve -arrows- and push toward the rear.

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts

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-- Slightly lower the front muffler and remove the clamping sleeve.

-- Tie up the front muffler.

CAUTION:

Risk of accident due to the heavy weight of the muffler.

- A second technician is required for the following work steps.

-- Disengage the retaining loop -3-.

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-- Remove the bolts -1 and 2- and then remove the muffler.