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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Generic 🢒 2005 🢒 Unit Repair 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Exhaust Muffler Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1459614 Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the rear catalytic converter to muffler nuts.

    3. Object Number: 1459615 Size: SH
  3. With the aid of an assistant , remove the muffler from the hangers.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Replace the muffler hangers any time the exhaust system is removed from the vehicle. Do not use any mineral oil based lubricants or sharp tools when installing new exhaust system hangers.

  1. Install the muffler to the hangers.

    2. Object Number: 1459615 Size: SH
  2. With the aid of an assistant, install the muffler to the hangers.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1459614 Size: SH
  3. Install the rear catalytic converter to muffler nuts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  4. Lower the vehicle.