Exhaust (H6DO): Muffler: Removal

Separate the muffler from rear exhaust pipe.
CAUTION: Be careful, exhaust pipe is hot.
- LH side
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Bolts For Separating Muffler From Rear Exhaust Pipe (LH)
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- RH side
Fig 2: Identifying Bolts For Separating Muffler From Rear Exhaust Pipe (RH)
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Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
- LH side
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Mating Area Of Cushion Rubber (LH)
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- RH side
Fig 4: Identifying Mating Area Of Cushion Rubber (RH)
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Remove the front and rear cushion rubber, and then remove the muffler.