General; Procedures; Muffler; Muffler Removal - Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual

Section 03 ENGINE
Subsection 03 (EXHAUST SYSTEM)

GENERAL

WARNING
To avoid potential burns, never touch ex-
haust system immediately after the engine
is stopped, as it can be very hot. Let engine
and exhaust system cool down before per-
forming any servicing.
During assembly/installation, use the torque val-
ues and service products as in the exploded
views.
Clean threads before applying a threadlocker. Re-
fer to SELF-LOCKING FASTENERS
APPLICATION at the beginning of this manual for
complete procedure.
WARNING
Torque wrench tightening
must be strictly adhered to.
Locking devices (e.g.: locking tabs, elastic
stop nuts, cotter pin, etc.) must be replaced
with new ones.

PROCEDURES

MUFFLER

Muffler Removal

Loosen muffler clamp.
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1. Exhaust pipe
2. Muffler clamp
Over the LH foot protector, remove screw secur-
ing muffler pipe to frame.
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1. Muffler pipe screw
2. LH foot protector
Remove muffler screw.
and LOCTITE
specifications
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1. Muffler
2. Rear fender
3. Muffler screw
Pull muffler rearward to remove it.
Discard the gasket at the end of exhaust pipe.
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1. Muffler gasket
2. Exhaust pipe
Muffler Inspection
Check muffler for cracks or other damages. Re-
place if necessary.

Muffler Installation

For the installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure. However, pay attention to the following.
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