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:
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the
safe operation of your vehicle...
Selecting a Drive Mode - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
To select drive modes, use the console
mounted control.
Note: Drive mode changes may not be
available when the ignition is off.
Note: Button icon shown may vary from
your vehicle.
Note: Selected drive mode displays in the
information cluster display...