Removing The Muffler

Fig 1: Identifying Joint Between Front And Center Mufflers

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Only applies at the first change 

Cut between the front and rear exhaust pipes. See: MUFFLER REAR .

Remove: 

• the 2 x nuts
• the muffler
• the flange gasket.

Applies to the second or later changes 

Remove: 

• the 2 x M10 nuts for the clamp between the front and rear muffler
• the 2 x nuts
• the muffler
• the flange gasket.

HINT: Tap carefully around the joint to crack any rust and soot deposits in the joint. Use a hammer. Remove both the center and front mufflers.