aFe POWER Tacoma Cat Back Exhaust Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- aFe POWER
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Cat-Back Exhaust
49-46066 MAKE: Toyota
MODEL: Tacoma
YEAR: 00-04
ENGINE: L4-2.7L and V6-3.4L
Tacoma Cat Back Exhaust
NOTE: Only Fits Standard Cab Short Bed
| Item | Description | Part Number | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | S/A Muffler Assembly | 05-244055 | 1 |
| 2 | S/A Mid Pipe | 05-244470 | 1 |
| 3 | Clamp, Band: 2-1/2” | 05-41061 | 1 |
aFe POWER recommends professional installation on this product.
Thoroughly inspect the aFe POWER exhaust system to make sure there is no
damage from shipping (if damage is noted, immediately contact aFe POWER
customer service). Allow time for your vehicle to cool down prior to
installation. When working on your vehicle proceed with caution. Wear
protective safety equipment; eye goggles and gloves to ensure a safe
installation.
Install band clamps to proper torque specifications of 40-45 ft-lb. 
- (Read instructions prior to installation.) It is recommended to not fully tighten the exhaust until it has been fully installed. Leave loose for adjustability.
- Secure vehicle on jack stands (refer to your manual for specified jack stand positions).
- For faster installation, spread out the parts of the exhaust alongside your vehicle as shown in the diagram above.
- Secure the stock exhaust with jack/stands.
- Remove the (x2) nuts that secures the O2 Sensor
- Remove the (x2) bolts that secures the O.E. exhaust to the O.E. Y-pipe
- Remove the hangers from the rubber isolation mounts and remove the O.E. exhaust from the vehicle
- Install the Mid Pipe to the exist flange on the front pipe and faster bolts removed from the O.E. system.
- Install the O2 sensor onto the aFe POWER Mid Pipe by installing the provided (x2) Studs into the sensor flange and securing with the provided (x2) nuts.
- Install the aFe POWER muffler assembly by sliding the hanger rods into the O.E. isolation mounts and using the provided (x1) 2.5″ band clamp.
- Ensure that all the components of the aFe POWER exhaust system are aligned and are at a safe clearance from all wires, hoses, brake lines, body parts, and tires.
- Start from the front of the aFe POWER exhaust system and evenly tighten all clamps and fasteners. 13. Start the vehicle and check for any leaks. If any leaks are found, determine cause and repair as necessary.
- Remove vehicle from jacks stands.
- It is recommended to re-tighten all clamps and hardware after 50-100 miles.
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