Exhaust Resonator: Service and Repair

Resonator

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.

NOTE: Oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators may cause the exhaust hanger insulator to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove and discard the 2 resonator nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove and discard the resonator exhaust hanger and remove the resonator.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Install a new resonator gasket.