Tribute 4WD L4-2.3L Hybrid (2008)
Exhaust Resonator: Service and Repair
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RESONATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - HYBRID
CAUTION: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.
CAUTION: 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. See See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair/Lifting.
2. Remove and discard the 2 resonator nuts.
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To install, tighten to 47 Nm {4.7 kgf-m, 35 ft-lbf}.
3. Remove and discard the resonator exhaust hanger and remove the resonator.
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Discard the gasket.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Install a new resonator gasket and nuts.