To replace the exhaust Muffler for llv/llr vehicles with 2.9l/3.7l engines, first lift and support the vehicle without overextending the rear brake hose. Start with the removal of the lower shock absorber nuts and bolts , then remove right rear leaf spring nut and bolt . Put a piece of wood between the rear axle and the frame without being over-flexed or run the risk of breaking the flex joint. Then, remove the nuts that attach the Muffler to the
Catalytic Converter with no use of oil-based lubricants. Spray the soapy solution to the exhaust pipe hanger rods in order to make the removal of the
Exhaust Hangers easier, pry the hangers out. To remove the Muffler, slide it towards the rear, rotate it 90 degrees counterclockwise and carefully remove it from the vehicle. For installation, rotate the Muffler 90 degrees counterclockwise and insert it over the rear axle and slide it back until the flange is near Catalytic Converter and then rotate it clockwise 90 degrees to the position installed and slid it forward until the stud aligns to the rear of Catalytic Converter. Again, avoid oil-based lubricants. Use a soapy solution to lubricate the inner diameter of the exhaust pipe hanger and the exhaust pipe hanger rod in order to make the installation of the hangers easier, follow by pressing in on the rods. Screw the nuts holding the Muffler to the Catalytic Converter on with hands only until it touches the metal flange before tightening to 45 nm (33 lb ft). Remove that block of wood , then install the right rear leaf spring bolt and nut to 85nm (63 lb ft) tightening and install the lower shock absorber bolts and nuts to a 95 nm (70 lb ft). Finally check for leaks in the exhaust system and underbody contact before lowering the vehicle.