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Exhaust System: Notes
The 2.3L exhaust system consists of:
- a one-piece catalytic converter manifold.
- an exhaust flexible pipe.
- an underbody catalytic converter.
- a production muffler and tailpipe assembly.
- isolators installed on the body and muffler hangers.
The 3.0L exhaust system consists of:
- a one-piece catalytic converter manifold(s) (LH on all vehicles, RH on front wheel drive [FWD] vehicles).
- an exhaust manifold mounted catalytic converter (RH on all wheel drive [AWD] vehicles).
- an exhaust flexible pipe.
- an underbody catalytic converter.
- a production muffler and tailpipe assembly.
- isolators installed on the body and muffler hangers.
The 3.5L exhaust system consists of:
- two exhaust manifold mounted catalytic converters.
- an exhaust Y-pipe.
- a resonator and flex assembly.
- a production muffler and tailpipe assembly.
- isolators installed on the body and muffler hangers.
The exhaust system provides an exit for exhaust gases and reduces engine noise by passing exhaust gases through the catalytic converters, a muffler assembly and resonator. Rubber exhaust hanger isolators attach the exhaust system to the hangers welded on the body.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.