Exhaust System (Except For STI): Muffler: Removal

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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EXHAUST (EXCEPT FOR STI)> Muffler