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Muffler and Tailpipe: Installation

CAUTION: The exhaust hanger insulators are constructed from a special material. Use only the correct specification exhaust hanger insulators.
  1. Assemble the front muffler service section.
  2. NOTE: Check the exhaust hanger insulator for damage and fatigue. Install new exhaust hangers as required.
  3. Install the tailpipe and muffler assembly to the front exhaust system front exhaust hanger insulators.
  4. NOTE: Check the exhaust hanger insulator for damage and fatigue. Install new exhaust hangers as required.
  5. Install the front muffler to the rear exhaust hanger insulator.
  6. NOTE: Check the exhaust hanger insulator for damage and fatigue. Install new exhaust hangers as required.
  7. Install the front muffler to the front exhaust hanger insulator.
  8. Install and tighten the new service clamps to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  9. NOTE: Install a new gasket and new nuts.
  10. Position the exhaust flexible pipe to the tailpipe and muffler assembly and install the 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  11. CAUTION: Do not excessively bend or twist the exhaust flexible pipe. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the exhaust flexible pipe.
  12. Remove the exhaust flexible pipe support.