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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010FOCUS SES, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALEXHAUST SYSTEMREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONEXHAUST FLEXIBLE PIPE
2010 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, Standard
Exhaust Flexible Pipe
2010 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Exhaust Flexible Pipe
NOTE:
This procedure is for all Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV). The non- PZEV
exhaust flexible pipe is part of the catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to CATALYTIC CONVERTER .
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING -- FOCUS .
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NOTE: Do not excessively bend or twist the exhaust flexible pipe. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the exhaust flexible pipe.
Support the exhaust flexible pipe with a support wrap or suitable splint.
- Remove and discard the 2 exhaust flexible pipe-to-muffler and tailpipe assembly nuts.
- Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Remove and discard the 2 exhaust flexible pipe-to-catalytic converter nuts and remove the exhaust flexible pipe.
- Discard the gasket.
- To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gaskets and nuts.
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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.