AP Exhaust 700343 Exhaust Muffler

AP Exhaust 700343 Muffler Overview

AP Exhaust 700343 is a direct-fit exhaust muffler for select Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan applications. It uses an oval aluminized steel body with a baffled D configuration and OE-comparable sound level for a factory-style exhaust tone.

Built for 2001-2005 Chrysler Town & Country and 2001-2005 Dodge Grand Caravan applications, this muffler matches the original system layout where the OE exhaust was a welded assembly. AP Exhaust 700343 is a practical replacement for drivers restoring exhaust function and maintaining a stock-like sound profile.

Key Features

• Part number 700343
• Oval muffler body with aluminized steel construction
• Baffled muffler design with D configuration
• OE-comparable sound level
• Center upper 2.5-inch inlet pipe
• Right center 2-inch outlet pipe
• Overall length: 30 inches
• Body dimensions: 7 inches high, 9 inches wide, 24 inches long
• Series: MSL

Detailed Description

AP Exhaust 700343 is an exhaust muffler engineered for direct-fit replacement on select Chrysler and Dodge minivans. The aluminized steel body provides a durable construction for everyday exhaust service, while the baffled internal design supports an OE-comparable sound level. With a 2.5-inch center upper inlet and 2-inch right center outlet, this muffler follows the original routing used on the factory system.

Compatible With 2001-2005 Chrysler Town & Country and 2001-2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, AP Exhaust 700343 is a fitment-specific solution for vehicles that originally used a welded exhaust assembly. The part number 700343 is also a useful reference when searching for a direct replacement muffler for these applications.

What It Helps Address

• Exhaust noise from a worn or damaged muffler
• Loss of factory-style exhaust tone
• Corrosion-related muffler replacement needs
• Fitment issues when replacing a welded OE muffler assembly
• Restoration of proper exhaust routing on select minivans

Installation Notes and Tips

Review the vehicle-specific notes before ordering. This muffler is listed as a direct fit for 2001-2005 Chrysler Town & Country and 2001-2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, except models with the Stow and Go option. The OE system was a welded assembly, so related exhaust parts noted in the application should be replaced as required for proper installation.

Use the part number 700343 to confirm application details before installation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust manufactures replacement exhaust components for vehicle-specific applications, and this muffler is built to match the listed inlet, outlet, body, and sound characteristics for the confirmed fitment range.