Installation Procedure

With the aid of an assistant, install the muffler to the hangers.

Fig 1: Releasing Exhaust Pipe Insulators From Underbody Hangers
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If equipped with a 3.5L (LX9) engine, remove the rear catalytic converter to muffler nuts. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 2: Rear Catalytic Converter To Muffler
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If equipped with a 2.2L (L61) engine, install the intermediate pipe to muffler nuts. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

Fig 3: Identifying Intermediate Pipe To Muffler
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Lower the vehicle.