Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Buick Cascada. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Refer to Exhaust Service Warning .
WARNING:
Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning .
CAUTION:
Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Bending Caution .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the underbody brace - rear. Refer to Underbody Brace Replacement - Rear V-Rod .
- Review the exhaust system cutting instructions. Refer to Exhaust System Cutting .
Remove the 2 exhaust rear muffler hanger insulators (1) from the exhaust rear muffler (4).
- Remove the 2 exhaust rear auxiliary muffler bracket bolts (3) from the vehicle.
- Remove the 2 exhaust rear auxiliary muffler brackets (2) from the exhaust rear auxiliary muffler.
- Place the exhaust system onto the rear axle.
Note the dent marks (1) around the exhaust pipe.
- NOTE:
Use a suitable flat steel bar (2) or equivalent tool to measure the cut position I and II with a rule (1).
NOTE:A second technician is required.
If no markings are available, measure and mark the cut position as shown in the graphic.
Cut position; I= 143 mm; II= 145 mm
- NOTE:
A second technician is required.
Support rear auxiliary muffler.
- Cut the exhaust rear auxiliary muffler (2) with CH-6614 cutter (2) at the marked position or determined position.
- Remove the exhaust rear auxiliary muffler.
Cut the exhaust rear muffler (4) with CH-6614 cutter (2) at the marked or determined position.
- Remove the exhaust rear muffler.