Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Vehicle Lifting Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
- Remove the tires and the wheels. Refer to
Wheel Removal
in Wheels and Tires.
- Use a block of wood at least seven inches long in order to support
the exhaust and the rear of the support assembly.
- Remove the four exhaust hangers.
- Remove the two rear support assembly bolts and lower the support
assembly and exhaust together.
- Remove the two bolts and
the rear body mount.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the rear
body mount and the two bolts ensuring that OUT is toward the outboard of the
vehicle.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 51 N·m (38 lb ft).
- Raise and support the assembly and the exhaust.
- Install the two bolts that secure the support assembly to the
body of the vehicle.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 165 N·m (122 lb ft).
- Install the four exhaust hangers
- Install the tires and the wheels. Refer to
Wheel Installation
.
Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 N·m (100 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.