Section 9 (Exhaust (H4SO)): Muffler: Removal

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Separate muffler from rear exhaust pipe.
CAUTION: Be careful, exhaust pipe is hot.

Fig 1: Separating Muffler From Rear Exhaust Pipe
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Remove left and right cushion rubbers.
CAUTION: Be careful not to drop the muffler during removal.

NOTE: To facilitate removal, apply a coat of SUBARU CRC to mating area of cushion rubbers in advance.

SUBARU CRC (Part No. 004301003)

Fig 2: Locating Left And Right Cushion Rubbers
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Remove front cushion rubber, and detach muffler assembly.
NOTE: To facilitate removal, apply a coat of SUBARU CRC to mating area of cushion rubber in advance.

SUBARU CRC (Part No. 004301003)

Fig 3: Locating Front Cushion Rubber
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