Exhaust Tip

Replace or upgrade the exhaust tips on a 2017 Maserati Levante 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo, involving removal of the existing tips and installation of new ones.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Exhaust tip × 2 — Use OEM specification or aftermarket equivalent

Preparation

1. Ensure vehicle has been parked and engine is completely cool to the touch
2. Park vehicle on level ground and engage parking brake
3. If additional clearance is needed, safely raise rear of vehicle and support on jack stands
4. Inspect exhaust tips to determine mounting method (clamp-style or bolted flange)
5. Spray penetrating oil on all fasteners and allow to soak for 10-15 minutes if fasteners appear corroded

Procedure

1. 1

   Access exhaust tips
   Position yourself under the rear of the vehicle with adequate lighting. Locate both exhaust tips extending from the rear valance. The tips are typically mounted just before the rear bumper exit openings on either side of the vehicle.
2. 2

   Inspect mounting configuration
   Examine how the exhaust tips are secured. OEM tips may use a clamp-style connection or a bolted flange connection to the exhaust pipe. Identify all fasteners that need to be removed. Note any heat shields that may interfere with tip removal.
3. 3

   Remove heat shields if present
   If heat shields are blocking access to the tip mounting hardware, remove the heat shield bolts using a 13mm socket. Set heat shields and hardware aside for reinstallation.
   Torque spec

   Heat Shield Bolts10 Nm (7 lb-ft)
4. 4

   Loosen tip mounting fasteners
   For clamp-style tips, loosen the clamp bolt(s) using appropriate socket (typically 13mm). For flanged tips, remove the flange bolts using a 17mm socket. If fasteners are seized, apply additional penetrating oil and allow to soak, then retry. Remove fasteners completely and set aside.
5. 5

   Remove exhaust tips
   For clamp-style: Once clamp is loosened, twist and pull the tip straight back off the exhaust pipe. For flanged: Separate the tip from the flange connection and remove. Support the tip as you remove it to prevent it from falling. Repeat for second tip.
6. 6

   Clean mounting surfaces
   Use a wire brush to clean the exhaust pipe end where the tip mounts. Remove any carbon buildup, rust, or old gasket material if present. For flanged connections, ensure both mating surfaces are clean and flat. This ensures proper seating of the new tips.
7. 7

   Prepare new exhaust tips
   Unpack new exhaust tips and verify they are the correct parts for your vehicle. If using flanged tips, apply anti-seize compound to the flange bolt threads. For clamp-style tips, inspect the clamp hardware and replace if corroded.
8. 8

   Install new exhaust tips
   For clamp-style: Slide the new tip onto the exhaust pipe, ensuring it is fully seated and aligned properly with the bumper cutout. Position clamp over the joint. For flanged: Align the new tip flange with the exhaust pipe flange, install any required gasket, and hand-thread the flange bolts with anti-seize applied.
   Torque spec

   Exhaust Flange Bolts45 Nm (33 lb-ft)
9. 9

   Adjust tip alignment
   Before final tightening, adjust the rotational position of the tip to ensure it is level and centered within the rear bumper opening. The tip should have equal clearance on all sides and appear symmetrical when viewed from behind the vehicle.
10. 10

    Torque fasteners to specification
    For flanged connections, torque the flange bolts to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft) in a cross-pattern if multiple bolts are present. For clamp-style connections, tighten the clamp bolt(s) securely but do not over-torque as this can deform the exhaust pipe. Repeat for second tip.
    Torque spec

    Exhaust Flange Bolts45 Nm (33 lb-ft)
11. 11

    Reinstall heat shields
    If heat shields were removed, reinstall them in their original positions. Torque heat shield bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb-ft). Ensure shields do not contact or rattle against the exhaust tips.
    Torque spec

    Heat Shield Bolts10 Nm (7 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Double-check that both exhaust tips are securely fastened and properly aligned
2. Verify all heat shields are reinstalled if they were removed
3. If vehicle was raised, safely lower it to the ground
4. Inspect the exhaust tips from behind the vehicle to confirm symmetrical alignment and appearance

Verification

• Start the engine and listen for any exhaust leaks at the tip connections (hissing or ticking sounds)
• Visually inspect for any exhaust smoke escaping from the tip joints
• Rev the engine slightly and verify tips remain secure with no vibration or movement
• Check that tips are centered in bumper cutouts and have not shifted during operation
• After a short test drive, recheck all fasteners for tightness and verify alignment has not changed

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