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Home >> Chevrolet >> 2002 >> Corvette Z06 >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Mechanical >> Engine Exhaust System >> Repair Instructions >> Muffler Replacement - Left >> Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the left muffler.
  2. Slide the muffler blade into the hanger.
    Fig 1: Installing Muffler
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  3. Install a NEW exhaust muffler gasket.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the left side exhaust muffler bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the exhaust muffler bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Muffler Bolts
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  5. Position the rear stabilizer shaft upwards.
  6. Install the rear stabilizer shaft insulators and brackets.
  7. Install the rear stabilizer shaft bracket bolts and nuts.

    Tighten 

    • Tighten the rear stabilizer shaft bracket bolts to 65 N.m (49 lb ft).
    • Tighten the rear stabilizer shaft bracket nuts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).
    Fig 3: Installing Rear Stabilizer Shaft Bracket Bolts
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