AP Exhaust 54981 Exhaust Tail Pipe

AP Exhaust 54981 Tail Pipe Overview

AP Exhaust 54981 is an aluminized steel exhaust tail pipe made as an original equipment replacement for select GM minivans. It is built for direct replacement on applications where the OE exhaust system was originally a welded assembly, with fitment covering Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana, Buick Terraza, Saturn Relay, and Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Key Features

• Aluminized steel construction for exhaust system service
• Original equipment replacement part for direct-fit applications
• Tail pipe replacement for select 2002-2008 GM minivans
• Fits vehicles with OE welded exhaust assemblies
• AP Exhaust part number 54981

Detailed Description

AP Exhaust 54981 is a replacement exhaust tail pipe engineered for vehicles that use a factory welded exhaust layout. This part number 54981 is listed for 2005-2008 Chevrolet Uplander, 2007-2008 Pontiac Montana, 2005-2007 Buick Terraza, 2005-2007 Saturn Relay, 2005-2006 Pontiac Montana, 2002-2005 Pontiac Montana with code UM on the door decal, and 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette with code UM on the door decal. It is an OE replacement solution for restoring the rear section of the exhaust path on these applications.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rust or corrosion in the tail pipe section
• Exhaust leaks at the rear pipe assembly
• Damage from road debris or impact
• Failed factory pipe sections on welded OE systems
• Replacement needs on high-mileage Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana, Buick Terraza, Saturn Relay, and Oldsmobile Silhouette models

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2005-2008 Chevrolet Uplander, N/A; 2007-2008 Pontiac Montana, N/A; 2005-2007 Buick Terraza, N/A; 2005-2007 Saturn Relay, N/A; 2005-2006 Pontiac Montana, N/A; 2002-2005 Pontiac Montana, N/A; and 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, N/A. Review the OE welded-assembly note before installation, and verify the vehicle’s suspension configuration and door decal code where listed. Because the factory system was welded, related exhaust sections noted by the catalog should be inspected and replaced as needed during service.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust supplies OE replacement exhaust components for service applications that require direct-fit repair parts. Aluminized steel construction supports standard exhaust replacement needs on the listed GM minivan platforms.