Exhaust System Replacement Instructions

2012 TOYOTA COROLLA
21,500 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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EDD129
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I'm not really experiencing any problems but I had a question about exhaust systems because I don't know much about them. I've been wanting to get that great exhaust sound for my car for a while but I haven't been able to because I don't know which parts to purchase or if it is possible for a 2012 Corolla LE. I'm not sure if I need an exhaust system, a catalytic converter, or a muffler. I'm not really sure what those do and which one could help me achieve the extra power and sound that I'm looking for. If you could reply I would really appreciate it thank you.
Mar 11, 2014 at 7:55 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

In order to get more sounds possibly performance you will have to get an exhaust system that allows more air to pass through with less restrictions.
Replacing the exhaust is a fairly staring forward procedure.
There are many good quality performance exhausts that can be purchased from online of your local parts store.

Here is a helpful article:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-exhaust-systems-work

I have attached diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.

Sep 9, 2021 at 9:25 PM
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