Section 42 (Exhaust System): Muffler: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Subaru Impreza and 2000 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Separating Muffler From Rear Exhaust Pipe

Remove left and right rubber cushions.
CAUTION: Be careful not to pull down front exhaust pipe and front catalytic converter.

NOTE: To facilitate removal, apply a coat of SUBARU CRC to mating area of rubber cushions in advance.

SUBARU CRC (Part No. 004301003)

Fig 2: Removing Left & Right Rubber Cushions
Remove front rubber cushion, and detach muffler assembly.
NOTE: To facilitate removal, apply a coat of SUBARU CRC to mating area of rubber cushion in advance.

SUBARU CRC (Part No. 004301003)

Fig 3: Removing Front Rubber Cushions