Removal And Installation: Resonator: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.

NOTE: Oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators may cause the exhaust hanger insulator to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .

NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spring nuts or damage may occur to the resonator flange studs.

NOTE: When loosening the resonator spring nuts, alternately loosen the nuts from side to side.

Remove and discard the two 8-mm resonator spring nuts.

NOTE: Remove the resonator-to-muffler gasket by simultaneously pulling up and twisting the gasket off the pipe. Do not pry under the gasket or damage to the flange may occur.

Detach the 2 resonator exhaust hangers and remove the resonator.
- Discard the gasket.