Removal and Installation

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

NOTE: Do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible pipe or damage to the exhaust system may occur.

NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Remove and discard the 4 exhaust Y-pipe-to-LH and RH catalytic converter nuts.
- Discard the gaskets.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Remove and discard the exhaust Y-pipe-to-exhaust flexible pipe 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.