Muffler and Tailpipe: Removal

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: It is necessary to cut the production exhaust system to enable the service sections to be fitted. Before cutting any part of the exhaust system, check that the position of the cut is correct in comparison to the service sections to be installed.

NOTE: Service section parts will use service section clamps for assembly.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Refer to: Health And Safety Precautions .
NOTE: Do not excessively bend or twist the exhaust flexible pipe. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the flexible pipe.

Support the exhaust flexible pipe with a support wrap or suitable splint.

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
If required.

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
If required.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
NOTE: After making the service cut(s) to the muffler and tailpipe, make sure the cut(s) are clean and free of burrs.

Distance

: 7.53in (191.3mm)

Distance

: 3.63in (92.2mm)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
NOTE: Service section parts will use service section clamps for assembly.

NOTE: During assembly, make sure the pipes are fully seated into the service section clamps before tightening to specifications.

Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY