Colorado 4WD L5-3.5L VIN 6 (2005)
Exhaust Pipe/Muffler Hanger: Service and Repair
Exhaust Hanger Replacement
Service the exhaust hangers individually in order to retain the support of the exhaust system.
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in Service Precautions.
Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
Important: Do not use oil base lubricants.
2. Apply a soapy solution to the following in order to ease the removal of the hanger (1):
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The frame support bracket rod (2)
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The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)
3. Pry the exhaust pipe hanger (1) free from the following:
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The frame support bracket rod (2)
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The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)
Installation Procedure
Important: Do not use oil base lubricants.
1. Apply a soapy solution to the following in order to ease the installation of the hanger (1):
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The frame support bracket rod (2)
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The inner diameter of the exhaust pipe hanger (1)
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The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)
2. Press the exhaust pipe hanger (1) over the following:
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The frame support bracket rod (2)
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The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)
3. Lower the vehicle.
