Silverado SS AWD V8-6.0L VIN N (2003)
Muffler: Service and Repair
Muffler Replacement (6.0L, 6.6L, and 8.1L Engines)
Removal Procedure
Caution:
Refer to Exhaust Service Caution.
Caution:
Refer to Protective Goggles and Gloves in Service and Precautions.
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the spare tire, if necessary.
3. Install adjustable jack stands under the rear axle, if necessary.
4. If equipped with a 8.6 or 9.5 inch ring gear, remove the rear axle vent hose from the rear axle, if necessary.
5. Remove the vent hose swivel clip from the rear brake crossover pipe, if necessary.
6. If equipped with a 10.5 inch ring gear, remove the rear axle vent hose from the rear axle, if necessary.
7. Remove the vent hose swivel clip from the rear brake crossover pipe, if necessary.
8. Remove the rear shock absorbers lower bolts and nuts, if necessary.