Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Do not use oil-based or grease-based lubricants on the isolators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.
CAUTION:
Oil-based or grease-based lubricants on the isolators may cause the exhaust hanger isolators to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.
NOTE:
The production muffler and tailpipe assembly is a one-piece design. The service muffler and tailpipe assembly is serviced with 2 pieces.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- If equipped, turn the air suspension switch OFF.
- Remove the 2 nuts and the clamp.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Using a suitable exhaust cutter, separate the muffler from the tailpipe.
- Detach the isolator and remove the tailpipe.
- Detach the isolator and remove the muffler.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- To install, tighten to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
NOTE:
Single exhaust shown, dual similar.
WARNING:
The electrical power to the air suspension system must be turned off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
NOTE:
Check the isolator for wear or damage. Install a new isolator as necessary.
NOTE:
Check the isolator for wear or damage. Install a new isolator as necessary.
NOTE:
Install new exhaust fasteners. Do not tighten the fasteners until all components are assembled.
NOTE:
Alternately tighten the fasteners to specification, to draw flanges together evenly.