Town Car V8-4.6L (2008)
Exhaust System - Exploded View, Dual Exhaust (Part 2)
Removal
CAUTION: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the isolators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.
CAUTION: Oil or grease-based lubricants on the isolators may cause the exhaust hanger isolators to separate from the exhaust hanger
bracket during vehicle operation.
NOTE: The production muffler and tailpipe assembly is a 1-piece design. The service muffler and tailpipe assembly is serviced with 2 pieces.
1. NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. WARNING: Shut off the electrical power to the air suspension system prior to hoisting or jacking an air suspension equipped vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which may result in shifting of the vehicle during these
operations. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
If equipped, turn the air suspension switch OFF.
3. Remove the 2 nuts, the exhaust damper (if equipped) and the exhaust inlet pipe-to-muffler clamp.
4. Using a suitable exhaust cutter, separate the muffler from the tailpipe.
5. Detach the isolators and remove the tailpipe and muffler.
Installation
1. NOTE: Check the isolator for wear or damage. Install a new isolator as necessary.
Install the tailpipe and attach the isolator.
2. NOTE: Check the isolator for wear or damage. Install a new isolator as necessary.
