Chrysler RAM TRUCK 2500 1994 Service Manual page 903

11 - 14 EXHAUST SYSTEM AND INTAKE MANIFOLD
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INSTALLATION
(1) Assemble converter and clamps loosely to per­
mit proper clearance with exhaust heat shields and
underbody parts.
(2) Tighten all clamp nuts to 43 N-m (32 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(3) Lower the vehicle.
(4) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
and exhaust system contact with the body panels.
Adjust the alignment, i f needed.
MUFFLER
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the clamps and nuts (Fig. 3).
(3) Disconnect the support hanger (Fig. 3).
(4) Remove the muffler.
W/CLAMP J9411-20
Fig. 3 Muffler
CLEANING
Clean ends of pipes and muffler to assure mating
of all parts.
INSPECTION
Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn hangers,
supports and attaching parts. Replace a component
with original equipment parts, or equivalent. This
will assure proper alignment with other parts i n the
system and provide acceptable exhaust noise levels.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the support hanger (Fig. 3).
(2) Install the clamps and nuts. Tighten the nuts
to 43 N-m (32 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Lower the vehicle.
(4) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
and exhaust system contact with the body panels.
Adjust the alignment, i f needed.
EXHAUST TAILPIPE
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Saturate the clamp nuts with heat valve lubri­
cant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
(3) Disconnect the exhaust tailpipe support hanger
(Fig. 4). I f used, disconnect the extension pipe sup­
port hanger (Fig. 5).
(4) Remove clamps and nuts (Fig. 4).
(5) Remove the exhaust tailpipe and extension
pipe, i f used.
CLAMP J9411-22
Fig. 4 Exhaust Tailpipe
Fig. 5 Extension Pipe (Typical)
CLEANING
Clean ends of pipes and muffler to assure mating
of all parts.