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Maverick 2005 (08.2004-)

Exhaust System - Muffler—Vehicles Built From: 12/2003 Maverick 2005 (08/2004-)
Removal and Installation

Removal and Installation

NOTE:
NOTE:Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.
NOTE:
NOTE:Oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators may cause the exhaust hanger insulator to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information refer to Section 100-02 Jacking and Lifting.
  1. Remove and discard the 2 exhaust catalytic converter nuts.
    • To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  1. Remove and discard the U-bolt clamp assembly from the muffler.
    • To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  1. Remove and discard the 2 resonator nuts.
    • To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  1. Remove and discard the catalytic converter exhaust hanger.
  1. Remove the exhaust catalytic converter and the muffler from the vehicle as an assembly.
  1. Separate the muffler from the catalytic converter.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install new gaskets.

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