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Exhaust System: Muffler: Removal

CAUTION: Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
  1. Disconnect the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
    • Crosstrek model
      G11253540Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
  3. Remove the muffler.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to let the muffler contact the rear bumper.
    • Crosstrek model
      G11253545Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the heat shield cover.
    • Crosstrek model
      G11253547Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.