Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
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-to-muffler spring nuts.
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To install, tighten to 20 Nm {2.0 kgf-m, 177 in-lbf}.
3. Detach the 2 resonator exhaust hangers 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 gasket and spring nuts.
