Sebring Convertible V6-2.7L VIN R (2003)
Exhaust Crossover Pipe: Service and Repair
Cross-Under Pipe to Resonator Pipe
EXHAUST PIPE - CROSS UNDER PIPE TO RESONATOR PIPE - 2.7L
REMOVAL
NOTE: In the following procedure it is not necessary to separate the muffler/pipe assembly from the resonator/pipe assembly. They can both be
removed as an assembly.
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH. THEREFORE, NEVER
WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE
SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CONVERTER
RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
1. Raise vehicle on hoist and apply penetrating oil to resonator/pipe assembly band clamp, and the fasteners that connect the exhaust system to the
cross under pipe.
2. Remove ground strap from muffler.
3. Loosen band clamp for resonator/pipe assembly.
CAUTION: Do not use any tools to remove the rubber isolators-remove by hand only. Soapy water or silicone-based lubricant spray may be used
to assist removal/installation of isolators. DO NOT use a petroleum-based lubricant on the isolators, as damage to the rubber material can occur.
4. Remove support isolators from muffler supports.
5. Remove resonator/pipe and muffler/pipe as an assembly
6. Remove fasteners that attach exhaust pipe to cross-under pipe.
7. Remove exhaust pipe.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Always work from the front to rear of exhaust system when aligning and tightening exhaust system components.
1. Loosely attach exhaust pipe to cross-under pipe.
2. Loosely install resonator/pipe and muffler/pipe assembly to exhaust pipe.
3. Install support isolators to muffler supports.
4. Align exhaust pipe and resonator/muffler pipe assembly to maintain position and proper clearance with underbody parts. All support isolators
should have equal load on them. Tighten fasteners attaching exhaust pipe to cross-under pipe to 28 Nm (250 inch lbs.).
5. Tighten resonator/pipe assembly band clamp to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
6. Connect ground strap to muffler.
7. Lower vehicle.
