Exhaust Y-Pipe - 3.7L Ti-VCT: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to SAFETY WARNINGS . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

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

NOTE: Always install new nuts 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. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING , Lifting Points.
If equipped, detach the 3 retainers and remove the splash shield.
NOTE: Do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible joints 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.

Remove the exhaust Y-pipe-to-muffler and tailpipe flange nuts.
1. Discard the nuts and gasket.
Remove and discard the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-Left Hand (LH) catalytic converter manifold nuts and gasket.
Remove and discard the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-Right Hand (RH) catalytic converter manifold nuts.
1. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe.