{"product_id":"ap-exhaust-700159-exhaust-muffler","title":"AP Exhaust 700159 Exhaust Muffler","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAP Exhaust 700159 Muffler for Escort and Tracer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAP 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 700159\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAP Exhaust MSL series muffler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound body design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminized steel body material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaffled muffler construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE comparable sound level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter upper 1.88 in. inlet pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight lower 1.75 in. outlet pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 19.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody diameter: 7 in.; body length: 15 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1991-2003 Ford Escort and 1991-1999 Mercury Tracer direct-fit MSL\/Maximum muffler applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAP 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust noise from a worn or rusted muffler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of factory-style exhaust tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-related muffler failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamaged inlet or outlet pipe sections at the muffler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on direct-fit Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer exhaust systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAP 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 \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AP Exhaust","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43385537396917,"sku":"BBDL-700159","price":56.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/AP_700159_Fro.jpg?v=1774704302","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/ap-exhaust-700159-exhaust-muffler","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}