Muffler and Tailpipe: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

NOTE: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the isolators. These lubricants may cause deterioration of the rubber. This can lead to separation of the isolator 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 .
Support the muffler and tailpipe with a jackstand.
Loosen the exhaust intermediate pipe-to-muffler and tail pipe assembly Torca® clamp.
Remove the 2 bolts and the front muffler isolator and bracket assembly from the frame.
3.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) and 3.7L vehicles
Remove the 2 bolts and the muffler inlet pipe bracket support isolator from the frame.

Fig 1: Locating Bolts And Muffler Inlet Pipe Bracket Support Isolator From Frame
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All vehicles
Remove the bolt and the rear muffler isolator and bracket assembly from the frame.

Fig 2: Locating Bolt And Rear Muffler Isolator And Bracket Assembly From Frame
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 2 bolts and the rear tailpipe hanger isolator from the frame.

Fig 3: Locating Bolts And Rear Tailpipe Hanger Isolator From Frame
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: If equipped, do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible pipe or damage to the muffler and tailpipe may occur.

Release the exhaust intermediate pipe alignment nub from the muffler and tailpipe.
- Remove the muffler and tail pipe assembly from the vehicle.