Ford Escape: Exhaust System / Removal and Installation - Muffler and Tailpipe - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting - 2.5L Duratec – Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG))
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Remove and discard the clamp.
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Remove the isolator bracket studs and the muffler and tailpipe assembly.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
NOTE:
Left-hand side shown, right-hand side is similar.
Remove the isolator bracket studs.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Detach the isolator and remove the bracket.
Installation
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Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.
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Position the muffler and tailpipe assembly in the vehicle and install the isolator bracket studs.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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NOTICE:
Ensure that the service clamp is centred
correctly over the joint, failing this could result in joint leaking.
NOTE:
Make sure that a new clamp is installed.
Install the new clamp.
Torque:
17 lb.ft (23 Nm)
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Check the exhaust system for leaks.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wooden Block
Removal
NOTE:
If the catalytic converter is not being replaced, the HO2S
and the catalyst monitor sensor do not need to be removed from the
catalytic converter...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp(s)
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...
Other information:
Disconnect
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Health and Safety Precautions in section 100-00
General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
serious personal injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
Lubricants, Fluids, Sealers and Adhesives
Market
Item
Specifications
US, Canada
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant POE Oil / YN-34
WSS-M2C31-B2
US, Canada
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil / YN-35
WSS-M2C300-A2
Mexico
Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil / YN-12-D
WSH-M1C231-B
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