Repair 7

How to Change the Muffler on a 2000 Accord

The 2000 Honda Accord has a chambered muffler. A chambered muffler forces the exhaust through a series of chambers and passageways to reduce the sound and vibrations caused by the exhaust system. When the sound of the exhaust system begins to drown out the standard noises of the car, such as the engine or the radio, it is time to replace the muffler. Another way to tell is if exhaust is exiting the system anywhere other than the tail pipe.

Instructions

1

Drive the car backward up on to the car ramps. This allows easy access to the muffler.

2

Disconnect the negative battery terminal.

3

Apply the penetration oil to all of the muffler clamp nuts and fittings. These are most likely very rusty from driving through wet conditions and the heat.

4

Remove the muffler clamp. If the nuts are too difficult to remove or if the muffler has been welded, use the hacksaw and cut the muffler at the clamp.

5

Remove the nuts in the muffler hanger. Use the impact wrench to remove these nuts. They have been tightened and stressed due to heat.

6

Pry the muffler loose from its rubber straps. Inspect the rubber straps for damage.

7

Install the new muffler. Insert it into the strap and attach it to the left over muffler with the muffler clamp. Reattach the muffler hanger. Reattach the negative battery cable.