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Lancer Downpipe Install Guide

Your Lancer

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+15–30 whp (est.)
Expert$300–$6503–5 hrs
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Why do it

Frees up the turbo for faster spool and more power once tuned.

Tools you'll need

Starting out? See our budget tool list.

Parts to buy

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Before you start

  • Check your local emissions laws first.
  • Check your local emissions laws first.

Steps

  1. Loosen everything

    • Soak and loosen the bolts.
    Watch this step (on an Evo X, same engine) (0:00–2:09)

  2. Remove the stock pipe

    • Take it out.
    Watch this step (2:09–7:51)

  3. Install it

    • Fit the new downpipe.
    Watch this step (9:28–14:16)

  4. Reassemble

    • Put everything back.
    Watch this step (14:16–17:32)

  5. Loosen everything

    • Soak and loosen the bolts.
    Watch this step (on an Evo X) (0:00–2:09)

  6. Remove the stock pipe

    • Take it out.
    Watch this step (2:09–7:51)

  7. Prepare the new pipe

    • Prepare it.
    Watch this step (7:51–9:28)

  8. Install it

    • Fit the new downpipe.
    Watch this step (9:28–14:16)

  9. Reassemble

    • Put everything back.
    Watch this step (14:16–17:32)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.

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