Exhaust System: Muffler: Removal

CAUTION: Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.

Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the muffler from rear exhaust pipe.
- LH side
  
  Fig 1: Remove muffler from rear exhaust pipe (LH Side)
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- RH side
  
  Fig 2: Muffler Mounting Bolts (RH Side)
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Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
Remove the muffler from the cushion rubber.
CAUTION: Be careful not to drop the muffler during removal.
- LH side
  
  Fig 3: Locating Muffler Cushion Rubber (LH Side)
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- RH side
  
  Fig 4: Locating Muffler Cushion Rubber (RH Side)
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