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Center Muffler

  1. Remove the RH floor under cover (A).
    Fig 1: Removing RH Floor Under Cover
    G12145379Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the LH floor under cover (A).
    Fig 2: Removing LH Floor Under Cover
    G12145380Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the bracket (A).
    Fig 3: Removing Bracket
    G12145381Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Detach the rubber hanger (A) from the center muffler.
  5. Remove the catalytic converter and the center muffler (B).

    Tightening torque: 

    39.2 - 58.8 N.m (4.0 - 6.0 kgf.m, 28.9 - 43.4 lb.ft)

    Fig 4: Detaching Rubber Hanger From Center Muffler
    G12145382Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: When installing, replace with new gaskets.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.