Subaru Impreza 2002 Service Manual page 991

EXHAUST
5. Muffler
A: REMOVAL
1) Separate the muffler from rear exhaust pipe.
CAUTION:
Be careful, the exhaust pipe is hot.
2) Apply a coat of SUBARU CRC to mating area of
the cushion rubbers in advance.
SUBARU CRC (Part No. 004301003)
3) Remove the front, right and left cushion rubber,
and detach the muffler assembly.
MUFFLER
B: INSTALLATION
1) Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Replace the gasket with a new one.
Tightening torque:
48 N·m (4.9 kgf-m, 35.4 ft-lb)
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C: INSPECTION
1) Make sure there are no exhaust leaks from con-
nections and welds.
2) Make sure there are no holes or rusting.
3) Make sure the cushion rubber is not worn or
cracked.
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EX-12
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