OEM 2003 Buick Rendezvous Muffler

2003 Buick Rendezvous Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the muffler on 2003 Buick Rendezvous?

  A: Service and repair of the Muffler begins with vehicle height adjustment followed by suspension support. A utility stand should be used for supporting the Catalytic Converter in a position where movement at its rear assembly stays confined within 6 degrees of vertical elevation or depression. You should first remove the Catalytic Converter bolts together with gasket before removing the exhaust hanger insulators attached to the Muffler. When your vehicle comes with all-wheel-drive (AWD) you should use a utility stand to both support and lower the crossmember while removing the Muffler from the front of your vehicle. Wash down the Catalytic Converter flange and the Muffler flange before fitting the new Muffler over the rear axle along the vehicle's rear section. Reinstall the exhaust hanger insulators to the Muffler after which use the utility stand to lift and position the crossmember when awd is installed. Put new gaskets on Catalytic Converter bolts while tightening them to 34 n.m (25 lb ft) before placing the vehicle back on the ground.