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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove and discard the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-resonator nuts.
    • Discard the gasket.
    • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  3. Loosen Torca® clamp nut.
    • To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  4. Separate the resonator from the muffler and tail pipe and remove the resonator.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install a new gasket and nuts.
  6. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.