Front Muffler

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Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the rear oxygen sensor.
(Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) ")
Remove the heat protector (A).
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the front muffler.
1. Remove the front muffler hanger (A).
  Tightening torque:
  
  30.4 - 46.1 N.m (3.1 - 4.7 kgf.m, 22.4 - 34.0 lb.ft)
2. Remove the front 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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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: When installing, replace with new gaskets.