AP Exhaust 700159 Exhaust Muffler

AP Exhaust 700159 Muffler for Escort and Tracer

AP Exhaust 700159 is a round, baffled exhaust muffler built with aluminized steel for direct-fit service on select Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications. It is an OE-comparable sound-level muffler with a center upper inlet and right lower outlet layout for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Part number: 700159
• AP Exhaust MSL series muffler
• Round body design
• Aluminized steel body material
• Baffled muffler construction
• OE comparable sound level
• Center upper 1.88 in. inlet pipe
• Right lower 1.75 in. outlet pipe
• Overall length: 19.5 in.
• Body diameter: 7 in.; body length: 15 in.
• Compatible with 1991-2003 Ford Escort and 1991-1999 Mercury Tracer direct-fit MSL/Maximum muffler applications

Detailed Description

AP Exhaust 700159 is engineered as a direct-fit exhaust muffler for 1991-2003 Ford Escort and 1991-1999 Mercury Tracer models listed in the fitment data. The muffler uses a baffled internal design and an aluminized steel body to support replacement service where a factory-style exhaust tone and routing are required. Its round shape, center upper inlet, and right lower outlet match the specified vehicle configuration, making it a practical choice for Escort and Tracer exhaust repair or replacement. The AP Exhaust 700159 part number is also useful when searching for a direct-fit MSL/Maximum muffler for these applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Exhaust noise from a worn or rusted muffler
• Loss of factory-style exhaust tone
• Corrosion-related muffler failure
• Damaged inlet or outlet pipe sections at the muffler
• Replacement needs on direct-fit Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer exhaust systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the inlet and outlet locations, pipe diameters, and overall muffler dimensions before installation. This muffler uses a pipe-style inlet and outlet, so the existing exhaust routing must match the listed center upper inlet and right lower outlet configuration. Confirm vehicle year, make, and model against the fitment data for 1991-2003 Ford Escort and 1991-1999 Mercury Tracer applications. Part number 700159 should be matched to the exhaust layout before final installation.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust 700159 is a regular-grade replacement muffler in the AP Exhaust MSL series, built for direct-fit service on the listed Escort and Tracer applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.