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Section 10 (Exhaust System (H4DO)): Muffler: Removal

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CAUTION: Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
  1. Lift up the vehicle.
  2. Remove the rear exhaust pipe from the muffler.
    Fig 1: Locating Rear Exhaust Pipe Mounting Bolts
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  3. Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
  4. Remove the muffler from the cushion rubber.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to drop the muffler during removal.
    Fig 2: Locating Muffler Cushion Rubber
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