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Exhaust System (Except For STI): Muffler: Removal

CAUTION: Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
  1. Lift up the vehicle.
  2. Remove the clip (A) which holds the cover - rear bumper side to the vehicle and rear bumper.
    NOTE: This procedure is required to facilitate the removal/installation of the muffler.
  3. Remove the bolts and self-locking nuts which secure the rear exhaust pipe to the muffler.
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  4. Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
  5. Remove the muffler from the cushion rubber.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to drop the muffler during removal.
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  6. Remove the cushion rubber and rear exhaust cover from the vehicle.
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