Ford Explorer: Exhaust System - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Muffler and Tailpipe

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Exhaust System / Exhaust System - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Muffler and Tailpipe

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

  1. Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
    Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
  1. Remove the rear exhaust isolator nuts.
    Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
  1. Loosen the exhaust clamp.
    Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
    • Detach the exhaust isolators.
    • Slide the muffler and tailpipe rearward out of the isolators and remove the muffler and tailpipe.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  1. Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.
  1. Check the exhaust system for leaks.

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