AP Exhaust 700098 Exhaust Muffler - Left or Right

AP Exhaust 700098 Muffler Overview

The AP Exhaust 700098 is a direct-fit exhaust muffler built for select Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Pontiac, and Toyota applications. It uses an oval, baffled design with aluminized steel construction and OE-comparable sound level for a factory-style exhaust tone.

With a 2-inch inlet and 2-inch outlet in a pipe-style configuration, this AP Exhaust muffler is suited for replacement work on vehicles such as the Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental. Part number 700098 is part of the MSL series and is shaped for underbody packaging where an oval muffler profile is required.

Key Features

• Part number 700098 from AP Exhaust
• Oval muffler body with baffled internal design
• Aluminized steel body material for corrosion resistance in exhaust service
• 2-inch inlet and 2-inch outlet, pipe type
• Right-center inlet and left-center outlet layout
• OE-comparable sound level for a factory-style exhaust note
• MSL series direct-fit muffler for listed applications

Detailed Description

AP Exhaust 700098 is an exhaust muffler designed for direct replacement in vehicles that use an oval, baffled muffler with a 2-inch inlet and outlet. Its 18-inch body length, 10.5-inch body width, and 4.06-inch body height support fitment in applications where space and routing are already defined by the original exhaust system. The overall length measures 21.75 inches.

This muffler is listed for 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe and 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix direct-fit MSL/Maximum muffler applications, along with multiple Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental configurations. It is also listed for single-exhaust and dual-exhaust setups on specific Taurus and Continental models, including left and right positions where required. Part number 700098 is a practical replacement choice when restoring exhaust flow and maintaining a stock-like sound profile.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe, N/A.
• Fits 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix, N/A. OE system was a welded assembly; replace all parts noted [1] as recommended.
• Fits 1989-1995 Ford Taurus, N/A.
• Fits 1993-1995 Ford Taurus, left.
• Fits 1993-1995 Ford Taurus, right.
• Fits 1986-1995 Mercury Sable, N/A.
• Fits 1993-1994 Lincoln Continental, left.
• Fits 1991 Lincoln Continental, left.
• Fits 1993-1994 Lincoln Continental, right.
• Fits 1991 Lincoln Continental, right.
• Fits 1993 Ford Taurus, N/A, except California.
• Fits 1993 Mercury Sable, N/A, except California.
• Fits 1991-1992 Ford Taurus, left, Police Car, dual exhaust.
• Fits 1991-1992 Ford Taurus, right, Police Car, dual exhaust.
• Fits 1992 Ford Taurus, left, dual exhaust from May 1991.
• Fits 1992 Ford Taurus, right, dual exhaust from May 1991.
• Fits 1992 Lincoln Continental, left, dual exhaust before 2/92.
• Fits 1992 Lincoln Continental, right, dual exhaust before 2/92.
• Fits 1992 Lincoln Continental, left, dual exhaust from 2/92.
• Fits 1992 Lincoln Continental, right, dual exhaust from 2/92.
• Fits 1991 Ford Taurus, left, dual exhaust before May 1991.
• Fits 1991 Ford Taurus, right, dual exhaust before May 1991.
• Fits 1991 Ford Taurus, left, dual exhaust from May 1991.
• Fits 1991 Ford Taurus, right, dual exhaust from May 1991.
• Fits 1986-1990 Ford Taurus, N/A.
• Fits 1989-1990 Ford Taurus, left, dual exhaust before May 1991.
• Fits 1989-1990 Ford Taurus, right, dual exhaust before May 1991.
• Fits 1990 Lincoln Continental, N/A, before 12/89.
• Fits 1990 Lincoln Continental, N/A, from 12/89.
• Fits 1988-1989 Lincoln Continental, N/A.

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm inlet and outlet orientation before installation: right-center inlet and left-center outlet. This muffler is not tunable and does not include a heat shield. For Toyota Matrix applications, review the welded-assembly note and replace the related exhaust parts identified for the vehicle.

Use the vehicle’s exhaust routing, position, and model-year notes to verify the correct application before removal of the original muffler. For Ford Taurus and Lincoln Continental dual-exhaust listings, match the left or right side exactly to the vehicle configuration.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust manufactures replacement exhaust components for direct-fit service applications. The 700098 muffler is built with aluminized steel and an OE-comparable sound level to support a factory-style replacement on the listed vehicles.