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2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Exhaust System (H4DO): Muffler: Removal
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Removal
CAUTION:
Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
- Lift up the vehicle.
- Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
- Remove the bolts and self-locking nuts which secure the rear exhaust pipe to the muffler.
- Remove the muffler from the cushion rubber.CAUTION: Be careful not to drop the muffler during removal.
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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.