Muffler and Tailpipe: Removal

1. Remove the rear bolts from the deflector - rear axle air.

   Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

2. Remove the push pin retainers.
3. Remove the front bolts from the deflector - rear axle air.

   Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

4. Remove the deflector - rear axle air rivet style push pin retainers.
5. Remove the deflector - rear axle air.

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Disconnect the LH and RH tailpipe actuator electrical connectors. Detach the wiring retainers.

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1. Loosen the LH and RH clamp nuts.

   Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

2. Release the locking tabs on the clamps.
3. Position the clamps rearward.

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1. Remove the LH and RH rear exhaust hanger isolator bracket bolts from the rear subframe.

   Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

2. Unhook the rear exhaust hanger isolators and remove the muffler and tailpipe.