Exhaust System Hangers General Description

The exhaust system is supported by free hanging rubber mountings. The rubber mountings serve the following functions:
^ Permit exhaust system movement
^ Stop the transfer of noise into the passenger compartment
^ Stop the transfer of vibration into the passenger compartment.

The following conditions can cause exhaust system rattles and noise vibrations:
^ Component misalignment
^ Heat shield retention

Leave all the bolts or the nuts loose until all the components are properly aligned. Tighten the bolts and the nuts from the front to the rear of the vehicle.

NOTICE: When jacking or lifting the vehicle from the frame side rails, be certain that the lift pads do not contact the catalytic converter. This may damage the converter. Exhaust system maintenance is not required. Inspect the condition of the catalytic converter, the pipes, and the mufflers if the vehicle is raised for other service.