Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Isuzu Ascender, 2007 GMC Envoy, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, and 2007 Buick Rainier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the exhaust system to the vehicle and secure with the exhaust system hanger insulators.
- Install the muffler to the catalytic converter and secure with the nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
- Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.
- Install the rear axle brace. Refer to Rear Axle Brace Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Install the rear axle tie rod. Refer to Rear Axle Tie Rod Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Install the spare tire assembly.
- Install the frame brace. Refer to Frame Brace Replacement (TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy XL) or Frame Brace Replacement (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada) in Frame and Underbody.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.