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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN2000SL2 AUTOMATIC, MP6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEMREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONMUFFLER (SERVICE REPLACEMENT)INSTALLATION
2000 Saturn SL2 Automatic, MP6
Muffler (Service Replacement): Installation
2000 Saturn SL2 Automatic, MP6SECTION Installation
- Loosely install muffler clamp over service replacement muffler inlet.
- Load replacement muffler to vehicle, sliding muffler inlet pipe over cut section of intermediate pipe.
- Hold muffler in location to muffler strap and tighten clamp. Locate muffler strap between stamped channel in the muffler.
Torque:
Muffler Strap around Muffler: 22 N.m (16 ft-lbs)
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.