Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Exhaust System (2.5L): Muffler: Installation
- Install the rear exhaust cover.
Tightening torque:
10 N.m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.4 ft-lb)
- Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
- Install the cushion rubber.NOTE:
Each cushion rubber has a different shape. Be careful not to mix them up. Ref. to EXHAUST(H4DO)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>COMPONENT > REAR EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER
- Install the muffler.NOTE: After installation, degrease the cushion rubber.
- Using a new gasket, connect the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.CAUTION: Be sure to use a new self-locking nut.
Tightening torque:
48 N.m (4.9 kgf-m, 35.4 ft-lb)
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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.