Nubira SE Sedan L4-2.0L DOHC D-TEC MFI (2001)
Muffler: Service and Repair
Muffler - Rear
MUFFLER - REAR
Removal Procedure
1. Loosen the front muffler pipe-to-rear muffler pipe holding clamp nut and the washer.
2. Spread the loosened holding clamp and position it away from the junction of the front muffler pipe and the rear muffler pipe.
3. Separate the rear muffler pipe from the front muffler pipe.
4. Remove the bolt that secures the trim ring, (if equipped), to the rear muffler pipe.
5. Remove the trim ring.
6. Detach the rear muffler pipe from the rear rubber hangers at the top of the rear muffler assembly near the exhaust tail pipe and near the junction of
the rear muffler pipe with the front muffler pipe.
7. Remove the rear muffler assembly.
8. Check the rear muffler and the pipes for holes, damage, open seams, and other deterioration, which could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the
passenger compartment or the trunk.
Installation Procedure