Gibson 66549 Installation Instructions Manual

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A
1031-700808S
1
3” STAINLESS HEADPIPE W/HANGER
B
789800S
1
STAINLESS SUPERFLOW MUFFLER
C
1032-700812S
1
2½” STAINLESS PASSENGER SIDE TAILPIPE
D
1100-700870S
1
2½” STAINLESS DRIVER SIDE TAILPIPE
E
546-700346S
2
2½” STAINLESS EXIT PIPE
F
08269
1
10” HANGER
G
5757
5
2½” CLAMP
H
OHD300
2
3” CLAMP
I
4337
1
BAND CLAMP
J
500374
2
3½” STAINLESS TIPS
K
BO-1015
1
BOLT KIT FOR BAND CLAMP
L M ZIP
BO-101
2
ZIP TIES BOLT KIT FOR HANGER
Thank you for purchasing our Gibson exhaust system for your vehicle. If you need further assistance, please do
not hesitate to call our technical dept at (800) 528-3044 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAT BACK STAINLESS SPLIT REAR EXHAUST
DODGE RAM 1500 TRUCK 5.7L HEMI
QUAD CAB & STANDARD CAB , SHORT BED 4DR 2/4WD
STANDARD CAB, LONG BED 2D 2WD
PART # 66549
ITEM PART # QUANTITY DESCRIPTION
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS # 66549
CAREFULLY READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
When installing this exhaust system make sure to use proper safety precautions. Use jack stands when working under the vehicle, set parking brake, block tires and use safety glasses and gloves. Allow exhaust to cool before attempting
installation. Severe injury or burns could occur if safety measures are not taken.
SUGGESTED TOOLS:
1/2”, 9/16” 15mm wrenches & sockets, WD-40, hacksaw, jack stands.
Disconnect the negative battery cable before removal of OEM exhaust. This will allow the computer to reset and recognize the
new exhaust. Lay out the exhaust on the floor so it looks like the drawing and compare parts with manual.
8. Install stainless steel tips. Clamp
down. When you have everything in place, firmly tighten all bolts and clamps down securely. Use stainless steel cleaner and a Scotch Brite pad weekly to prevent tip from discoloration. Inspect all fasteners after 25-50 miles of operation and re-tighten as necessary
4. Install passenger side tailpipe #C into muffler 1½-2”. Use clamp #G to secure tailpipe to muffler. DO NOT TIGHTEN. Insert welded hanger into rubber grommet.
5. Use the hole 19½” from the
rear of the frame to attach the 10”
hanger #F with bolt kit #M. Use the third hole from the top on the hanger.
6. Install driver side tailpipe #D 1½-2” into muffler and use clamp #G to secure to muffler. Attach clamp #G to hold up to the hanger #F. DO NOT TIGHTEN.
7. Install exit pipes #E, use clamps #G to secure to tailpipes. DO NOT TIGHTEN. Roll pipes until you have the angle you desire.
1. To remove the stock exhaust remove it from in front of the stock muffler. Disengage the welded hangers using WD-40 from the OEM rubber grommets. Do not damage or remove the rubber grommets as you will re-use them to mount your new system. Now, cut off tailpipe and remove exhaust.
2. Install head pipe #A onto your existing stock front pipe and attach with clamp #H. Use a jack stand to support the converter. Insert welded hanger into rubber grommet.
3. Install muffler #B onto head pipe #A 1½”-2” with the louvers facing towards the converter. Use a jack stand to support the muffler. Use clamp #H to secure the muffler to the headpipe. Slide band clamp #I onto muffler and insert welded hangers into rubber grommets. Attach with bolt kit #K. DO NOT TIGHTEN. Muffler inlet
GIBSON EXHAUST systems are designed on a factory stock vehicle. Any aftermarket products installed could increase the sound levels of this Exhaust.
Make sure there is a 1” clearance from ALL rubber brake lines, shock boots, fuel lines, tires, etc to prevent heat related damage or fire.
SUGGESTED TOOLS: ½”, 9 /16” 15 mm Wrench & Socket, WD-40, Hacksaw, Jack Stand
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