Resonator, Exhaust: Installation
- Install the exhaust resonator (3) and tighten the crossunder pipe to exhaust resonator nuts (2) to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the exhaust isolators (1).
- Install the exhaust isolators (1) supporting the exhaust resonator (2).
- Remove the stand from under the exhaust system.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.
- Connect the muffler (2) to the exhaust resonator and tighten the band clamp nut (3) to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- 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.
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
- Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary. Refer to LEAK TESTING .