Tribute 2WD L4-2.5L (2009)
DO NOT TIGHTEN U-BOLT AT THIS TIME.
8. At muffler outlet flange location, install new exhaust fasteners and gasket and tighten per MS3 online or Workshop Manual (section 01-15 MUFFLER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
9. With new exhaust installed on vehicle, measure 1" (25 mm) from the end of the catalytic converter outlet weld and mark the pipe. (Figure 2).
10. Slide the muffler assembly forward/rearward so that the edge of the new resonator inlet pipe is aligned with this mark
11. Locate the U-bolt approximately 25/32" (20 mm) from end of the resonator inlet pipe. Torque the U-bolt to 21 lb-ft (28 Nm), alternating in 5 lb-ft (7
Nm) increments.
CAUTION:
OVER TORQUING PAST 21 LB-FT (28 Nm) MAY DISTORT EXHAUST PIPE CREATING EXHAUST LEAK.
12. On 4X4 vehicles, verify the driveshaft safety cable is routed between the heat shield and resonator. (Figure 3)
