Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Muffler - 3.8L

Removal and Installation

1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Support the rear axle with a suitable jack.

3. Remove the upper arm-to-differential bolt.

Muffler - 3.8L

4. Remove the nut and bolt and disconnect the rear shock absorbers (18124) from the axle housing.

  • Discard the nut.

Muffler - 3.8L

5. Lower the rear axle.

6. Remove the dual converter assembly flange nuts.

Muffler - 3.8L

7. Remove the exhaust pipe assembly (5232) from the rear exhaust hanger insulator (5260).

Muffler - 3.8L

8. Remove the exhaust hanger insulators.

Muffler - 3.8L

9. Remove the muffler (5230).

Muffler - 3.8L

10. CAUTION: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on insulators as they deteriorate the rubber.

NOTE: A soap-and-water solution will ease installation of the exhaust hanger insulators.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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