Resonator - Right Rear (300M Special); Removal; Installation - Chrysler 2004 Concorde Service Manual

LH
RESONATOR - RIGHT REAR
(300M SPECIAL)

REMOVAL

WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CON-
VERTER RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT
PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Apply penetrating oil to right rear resonator/
pipe nuts (Fig. 2).
CAUTION: Do not use any tools to remove the iso-
lators, remove by hand only. Soapy water or sili-
cone-based spray may be used to assist removal.
Do Not use a petroleum-based lubricant on the iso-
lators. This will damage the rubber material.
(3) Remove the rubber isolator from the rear sup-
port bracket on body.
(4) Remove right rear resonator/pipe nuts (Fig. 2).
(5) Remove right rear resonator/pipe assembly.

INSTALLATION

(1) Position right rear resonator/pipe assembly into
mounting position. Loosely install attaching nuts
(Fig. 2).
(2) Install the rubber isolator to the rear support
bracket on body.
(3) Align right rear resonator/pipe for proper clear-
ance. Tighten nuts to 28 N·m (250 in. lbs.).
(4) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
(5) Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. Make the necessary ajustments, if
needed.
EXHAUST SYSTEM 11 - 11