For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

#### Tools Required

J 29800 Cut-Off Tool

Important: A service muffler is required when replacing the intermediate pipe/resonator on an originally equipped welded system.

1. Support the converter.
2. Support the muffler.
3. Remove the intermediate pipe/resonator hanger.
4. Cut the pipe at the converter and the muffler using a J 29800 or a BT 8252.
5. Cut the pipe for the C car (1) closer to the intermediate pipe (2).
6. Cut the pipe for the H (1) car closer to the muffler.
7. Remove the muffler hangers.
8. Remove the intermediate pipe/resonator.
9. Remove the muffler.

### Installation Procedure

1. Loosely install the muffler with a U bolt type clamp on the following components:

1.1. | The intermediate pipe/resonator

1.2. | The hangers

2. Loosely install the intermediate pipe/resonator to the converter using a U bolt type clamp.
3. Install the intermediate pipe/resonator hanger.
4. Align the system for proper clearances. Refer to Exhaust System Alignment .
5. Tighten the pipe clamps.
6. Tighten the hanger fasteners.
7. Install the clamp nuts

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.