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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJAGUAR2002XK8 2D COUPEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALEXHAUST SYSTEMREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONINTERMEDIATE MUFFLER RHREMOVAL
2002 Jaguar XK8 2D Coupe
Intermediate Muffler RH: Removal
2002 Jaguar XK8 2D CoupeSECTION Removal
- Position the vehicle on a four-post ramp.
- Raise the rear of the vehicle and support on two suitable vehicle stands.
- Raise the vehicle on the ramp.
- Remove the rear muffler/tailpipe assembly; Refer to MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE RH .
- Remove the front grass shields (Japanese market only).
- Remove the grass shield securing bolts.
- Move the front muffler forward to allow the intermediate muffler to be removed.
- Slacken the front muffler to downpipe catalytic converter securing clamps (left- and right-hand sides).
- Remove the intermediate muffler assembly.
- Slacken the intermediate to front muffler securing clamp and disconnect the intermediate muffler from the front muffler. (1)
- Disengage the peg from the mounting rubber. (2)
- Clean the exhaust joints.
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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.