Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Exhaust System / Exhaust System - 3.0L EcoBoost / Removal and Installation - Muffler and Tailpipe

Lincoln Aviator: Exhaust System - 3.0L EcoBoost / Removal and Installation - Muffler and Tailpipe

Removal

NOTE: Muffler and tailpipe assemblies will vary in configuration with different wheelbases and powertrains. Typical application shown.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).

Remove the rear mufflers isolator nuts.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

Loosen the exhaust clamps.
Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

- Detach the exhaust isolators.
- Slide the muffler and tailpipe rearward out of the isolators and remove the muffler and tailpipe.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.

Check the exhaust system for leaks.

Removal and Installation - Exhaust Flexible Pipe

Removal NOTE: The LH and RH exhaust flexible pipes are covered in this procedure. Remove the exhaust flexible pipe(s) necessary. NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...

Fuel System - General Information

Other information:

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2025 Service Manual: Installation - Engine Block Skirt Stiffener

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Children and Airbags

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.

Lincoln Aviator. Children and Airbags