AP Exhaust 700307 Exhaust Muffler

AP Exhaust 700307 Muffler for Explorer and Mountaineer

AP Exhaust 700307 is a direct-fit exhaust muffler for select 1996-1998 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications. It uses an oval, baffled design with OE-comparable sound level to replace a worn factory muffler while maintaining a stock-style exhaust note.

Key Features

• Direct-fit exhaust muffler for select Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models
• AP Exhaust part number 700307
• Oval muffler body with aluminized steel construction
• Baffled muffler design with OE comparable sound level
• Heat shield attached for added thermal protection
• Dual 2.25 in. flange inlets with a single 2.25 in. pipe outlet
• MSL series muffler with center outlet layout

Detailed Description

Built for factory-style replacement service, AP Exhaust 700307 is an aluminized steel exhaust muffler with a 20 in. body length, 10.5 in. body width, and 4.06 in. body height. The muffler configuration is O-OO/C, with left center and right center inlet locations, a center outlet, and a baffled internal design that supports an OE comparable sound level. This AP Exhaust muffler is listed for 1996-1997 Ford Explorer, 1998 Ford Explorer to 01/28/98, 1997 Mercury Mountaineer, and 1998 Mercury Mountaineer to 01/28/98. If you are replacing a factory muffler on a Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer, part number 700307 provides the correct direct-fit layout for those applications.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a rusted, leaking, or damaged factory muffler
• Restoring exhaust flow and proper rear exhaust routing
• Returning a Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer to a stock-style exhaust tone
• Addressing exhaust noise caused by internal muffler wear
• Matching the original center-outlet muffler configuration on listed vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle build date before ordering, since the 1998 Ford Explorer and 1998 Mercury Mountaineer fitment applies only through 01/28/98. Confirm inlet and outlet orientation, flange style, and overall muffler dimensions against the original part before installation. This muffler is not tunable and is intended for direct-fit replacement on the listed applications.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust 700307 is built as a regular-grade replacement muffler in the MSL series with aluminized steel construction and an attached heat shield. It is specified for direct-fit service on the listed Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications.