OEM 2000 Chevrolet Malibu Muffler

2000 Chevrolet Malibu Muffler Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the muffler on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: The first step to service or repair a Muffler involves lifting the vehicle and applying proper vehicle support to maintain rear converter movement below six degrees. Start by properly supporting the exhaust system while you cut the Exhaust Pipe directly next to where it meets the Muffler weld . Cut off the exhaust Muffler rear hanger insulators from the Muffler before you can remove the exhaust Muffler. Install the exhaust Muffler first then proceed by connecting exhaust Muffler rear hanger insulators to it while following fastener requirements. Mount the exhaust Muffler onto the Exhaust Pipe then tighten all exhaust Muffler inlet pipe clamp nuts to 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.). Check the exhaust system for leakage and underbody contact after removing the support and lowering the vehicle.