Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-4.8L VIN V (2003)
5. Remove the muffler assembly hanger pins from the exhaust hanger insulators. Due to the weight of the exhaust system it may take 2 persons.
6. Remove the muffler assembly by lifting over the rear axle and remove towards the front of the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the muffler assembly from the front of the vehicle by lifting over the rear axle. Due to the weight of the exhaust system it may take 2
persons.
2. Install the muffler assembly hanger pins to the exhaust hanger insulators.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. If equipped with a 4.3L engine install the retaining nuts and new gasket to the front of the muffler.
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Tighten the catalytic converter to muffler retaining nuts to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
