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Center Muffler

  1. Remove the RH floor under cover (A).
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  2. Remove the LH floor under cover (A).
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  3. Remove the bracket (A).
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  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)

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    NOTE: When installing, replace with new gaskets.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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