CTS RWD V8-6.2L SC (2009)
Exhaust Pipe/Muffler Hanger: Service and Repair
Exhaust Hanger Mounting Bracket Replacement
Exhaust Hanger Mounting Bracket Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Protective Goggles and Glove
Warning).
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning (See: Service Precautions).
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Apply a non petroleum based lubricant to the insulators and the hanger rods for ease of removal and installation.
3. Remove the muffler insulators (2) from the hanger mounting bracket rods (1).
4. Remove the nuts securing the rear energy absorber and the exhaust hanger mounting bracket (2) to the rear compartment rail.
5. Remove the stud plate (1) from the rear energy absorber.
6. Remove the exhaust hanger mounting bracket from the rear energy absorber.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the exhaust hanger mounting bracket (2) between the rear energy absorber and the stud plate (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
2. Install the bumper nuts securing the rear energy absorber and the hanger mounting bracket (2) to the rear compartment rail and Tighten to 25 Nm
