Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn L300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Muffler Hangers

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Position the exhaust resonator into the vehicle and install the isolators.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Muffler Clamp

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IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the clamp and crush the exhaust pipe.

Slide the muffler assembly onto the exhaust resonator and tighten the clamp.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Exhaust Manifold Pipe-To-Exhaust/Resonator Fasteners

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the exhaust resonator to the exhaust manifold pipe and tighten the fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust manifold pipe-to-resonator bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
Check the entire exhaust system for leaks.