Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn LW300, 2003 Saturn LW200, 2003 Saturn L300, and 2003 Saturn L200. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Muffler Hangers

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Position the exhaust resonator into the vehicle and install the isolators.

Fig 2: Removing & Installing Muffler Clamp

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IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the clamp and crush the exhaust pipe.

Slide the muffler assembly onto the exhaust resonator and tighten the clamp.

Fig 3: Removing & Installing Exhaust Manifold Pipe-To-Exhaust/Resonator Fasteners

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NOTE: Refer to FLEX DECOUPLER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the exhaust resonator to the exhaust manifold pipe and tighten the fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust manifold pipe-to-resonator bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
Check the entire exhaust system for leaks.