Front Muffler

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Remove the engine cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "ENGINE COVER ")
Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
Disconnect the rear oxygen sensor connector (A).

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Remove the front muffler (A).
Tightening torque:

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

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Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: When installing, replace with new gaskets.