OEM 2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Muffler

2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Muffler Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the muffler on 2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

  A: The vehicle known as 2500 will have its Muffler replaced. First, lift and support the vehicle. Do not unaware the exhaust Muffler to right Catalytic Converter nuts and loosen the left Catalytic Converter. Apply a lubricant at the insulators where the Muffler assembly hangers are slid in to help separate. With the help of others, remove insulators from exhaust system hangers (4 and 5), and (6). Pull the Muffler assembly at the rear to free it from the catalytic converters, then move and rotate the Muffler towards the front of the vehicle to influence it. For installation, apply the lubricant onto the insulators once more to make it easier. With assistance, install the Muffler assembly by rotating it into its final position over the rear axle, moving it back and then forward to hook it up to the catalytic converters. Mount the insulators to exhaust system hangers (4, 5, and 6). Tigthen exhaust pipe clamp left side Catalytic Converter to 44 n.m (32 lb ft) and install exhaust Muffler to right Catalytic Converter nuts tighten to 45 n.m (33 lb ft). Finally, lower the vehicle.