The initial step to replace the intermediate pipe requires users to avoid excessive flexing or damage of the flex decoupler joint because this component has a flexing range of six degrees which provides 1-inch movement per foot of pipe length. Equivalent vehicles need service
Muffler installations when their original welded exhaust system was present. Raising the vehicle allows you to support the 3-way
Catalytic Converter. The intermediate pipe needs to be cut before removal from both the Muffler and 3-way Catalytic Converter along with the hanger. You need to remove the intermediate pipe then take the 3-way Catalytic Converter seal out of the flange surface while cleaning it. Secure the new 3-way Catalytic Converter seal first before connecting the intermediate pipe to the hanger then fastening the pipe to the 3-way Catalytic Converter bolts while tightening them to 34 nm (25 ft. Lbs.). Secure the Muffler to the intermediate pipe through a clamp before tightening it to 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.). Finally, lower the vehicle.