Exhaust Muffler Replacement 2.4L AWD

1. Remove the 2 bolts (2) and 2 compression springs (1) from the muffler assembly.
2. Remove the muffler assembly from the 2 exhaust pipe supports.
3. Remove the gasket from the center exhaust pipe assembly.

Note: If the free length is less than the minimum 38.5 mm (1.52 in), replace the compression spring.

1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.
2. Fully insert a new gasket to the center exhaust pipe assembly.




Note: Be sure to install the gasket in the correct direction. Do not reuse the gasket.

3. Using a plastic hammer and wooden block (2), tap in the new gasket (3) until its surface is flush with the center exhaust pipe assembly (1).



4. Connect the muffler assembly to the 2 exhaust pipe supports.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

5. Install the muffler assembly with the 2 bolts (2) and 2 compression springs (1).

Tighten
Tighten the tail exhaust pipe bolts to 43 N·m (32 lb ft).

6. Inspect for exhaust gas leaks.

Exhaust Muffler Replacement 2.4L FWD

1. Remove the 2 bolts (1) and 2 compression springs (2).
2. Remove the muffler assembly from the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
3. Remove the gasket from the center exhaust pipe assembly.
4. Remove the tail muffler assembly.

Note: If the free length is less than the minimum 38.5 mm (1.52 in), replace the compression spring.

1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.
2. Fully insert a new gasket to the center exhaust pipe assembly.




Note: Be sure to install the gasket in the correct direction. Do not reuse the gasket.

3. Using a plastic hammer and wooden block (2) , tap in the new gasket (3) until its surface is flush with the center exhaust pipe assembly (1).



4. Connect the muffler assembly to the 3 exhaust pipe supports.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

5. Install the tail muffler assembly with the 2 bolts (1) and 2 compression springs (2).

Tighten
Tighten the tail exhausts pipe to 43 N·m (32 lb ft).

6. Inspect for exhaust gas leaks.

Exhaust Muffler Replacement 1.8L

1. Remove the 2 bolts (1) and 2 compression springs (2).
2. Remove the muffler assembly from the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
3. Remove the gasket from the center exhaust pipe assembly.

1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.



2. Fully insert a new gasket to the front exhaust pipe assembly.

Note: Be sure to install the gasket in the correct direction. Do not reuse the gasket.

3. Using a plastic hammer and wooden block (2), tap in the new gasket (3) until its surface is flush with the front exhaust pipe assembly (1).



4. Connect the muffler assembly to the 2 exhaust pipe supports.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

5. Install the muffler assembly with the 2 bolts (1) and 2 compression springs (2). Tighten the bolts to 43 N·m (32 lb ft).
6. Inspect for exhaust gas leak.