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AP Exhaust 68443 Exhaust Pipe - Rear
| Brand | AP Exhaust 68443 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Material | Aluminized steel |
| Original Equipment Replacement | Yes |
| Fits | Chevrolet · 13 vehicles |
OE replacement. Direct-fit exhaust pipe for straightforward installation.
Aluminized steel. Helps resist corrosion for longer service life.
AP Exhaust 68443 Rear Exhaust Pipe
AP Exhaust 68443 is an aluminized steel exhaust pipe made as an original equipment replacement for select Chevrolet Malibu applications. It is built for rear exhaust routing and matches the factory-style layout used on the listed vehicles.
Key Features
- Aluminized steel construction for corrosion resistance in exhaust service
- Original equipment replacement design
- Rear exhaust pipe application
- Fits 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, rear, with 3-piece converter design
- Fits 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu, rear, OE system was a welded assembly; recommended replacement of all parts noted [1]
- Part number 68443 for catalog and fitment lookup
Detailed Description
AP Exhaust 68443 is a direct-fit rear exhaust pipe for Chevrolet Malibu models listed in the fitment data. The aluminized steel construction is selected for exhaust-system durability, while the OE replacement design supports factory-style fitment on the rear section of the system. For 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu applications, the OE system was a welded assembly, and the notes indicate that all parts identified as [1] should be replaced. This part number, 68443, is also referenced for 2004 Malibu vehicles with the 3-piece converter design and for 2004-2007 Malibu vehicles with the 2-piece converter design.
What This Part Helps Address
- Rust or corrosion in the rear exhaust pipe
- Exhaust leaks from a damaged pipe section
- Factory pipe replacement after welded-system service
- Fitment issues when replacing the rear section on a Chevrolet Malibu exhaust system
- Noise caused by a compromised exhaust pipe
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, rear, with 3-piece converter design. Fits 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu, rear, with OE system noted as a welded assembly and with 2-piece converter design on 2004 models. Verify the converter design and rear exhaust routing before ordering. Because the OE system was welded, related exhaust components called out in the notes should be inspected and replaced as needed during service. Part number 68443 should be matched to the vehicle configuration shown in the fitment data.
Quality Assurance
AP Exhaust supplies OE replacement exhaust components for service applications, and this aluminized steel pipe is built to follow the factory-style rear exhaust layout for the listed Chevrolet Malibu models. Confirm fitment by year, model, position, and converter design before installation.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LT | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LTZ | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LS | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LS | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LT | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LTZ | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LS | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LT | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LS | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LT | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; (2004 w/ 2 Piece Converter Design) |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; w/ 3-Piece Converter Design |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LS | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; w/ 3-Piece Converter Design |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Maxx LT | 3.5L | V6 | Rear | OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; w/ 3-Piece Converter Design |
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