Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
- If equipped, remove the 6 screws and the underbody shield.
- Remove and discard the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-resonator nuts.
- Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Remove and discard the 2 RH catalytic converter-to-exhaust Y-pipe nuts.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Remove and discard the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-LH catalytic converter nuts and remove the exhaust Y-pipe.
- Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gaskets and nuts.
- Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
NOTE:
Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of proper sealing.