Muffler, Exhaust: Installation
- Install the muffler (2) to the exhaust resonator.
- Connect the exhaust extension pipe to the muffler. Do not tighten band clamps (1, 3).CAUTION:
Band clamps should never be tightened such that the two sides of the clamps are bottomed out against the center hourglass shaped center block. Once this occurs, the clamp band has been stretched and has lost its clamping force and must be replaced.
- Install the exhaust isolators.
- Check the exhaust system for contact with the body panels. A minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required between the exhaust system components and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjustments, if needed.
- Tighten the band clamps (1, 3) to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove support and lower the vehicle.
- Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary. Refer to LEAK TESTING .