Colorado 2WD V8-5.3L (2009)
Muffler: Service and Repair
Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LH8) (5.3L)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning (See: Service Precautions).
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Protective Goggles and Glove
Warning).
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
Note: Use care not to over extend the rear brake hose.
2. Complete the following in order to gain clearance to remove the muffler:
1. Remove the lower shock absorber nuts (9) and bolts (8).
2. Remove the right rear leaf spring nut (2) and bolt (1).
3. Wedge a block of wood (5) between the frame (4) and the rear axle (6).
