309-00B Exhaust System - 3.7L Duratec (227kW/301PS) 2013 - 2014 MKZ
Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 08/22/2012

Muffler and Tailpipe

Removal

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: Do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible pipe or damage to the exhaust system may occur.

NOTICE: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the isolators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.

NOTICE: Oil or grease-based lubricants on the isolators may cause the exhaust isolator to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.

NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

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. Torque : 48 Nm
  1. NOTICE: Do not damage or tear the isolators during removal.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.