AP Exhaust 700428 Exhaust Muffler

AP Exhaust 700428 Muffler for Escape and Tribute

AP Exhaust 700428 is a direct-fit exhaust muffler for select 2001-2004 Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute applications. Built with an aluminized steel body and an oval baffled design, it is specified for OE-comparable sound levels and factory-style exhaust routing.

Key Features

• Direct-fit exhaust muffler for select Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute models
• Aluminized steel body for standard corrosion resistance in exhaust service
• Oval, baffled muffler design with OE-comparable sound level
• Center 2-inch pipe inlet and right-center 2-inch flange outlet
• MSL series AP Exhaust muffler, part number 700428
• Overall length: 36.25 inches; body length: 20 inches
• Body dimensions: 4.25 inches high, 8.75 inches wide

Detailed Description

AP Exhaust 700428 is an exhaust muffler engineered for factory-style replacement on 2001-2004 Ford Escape and 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute vehicles. The muffler uses a baffled internal design and an oval body shape to support OE-comparable exhaust tone while maintaining the original routing with a center inlet and right-center outlet. The aluminized steel construction and regular-grade build make this AP Exhaust 700428 a practical choice for restoring a worn or noisy muffler on these compact SUV platforms.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive exhaust noise from a deteriorated muffler
• Rust-through or body damage in the original muffler assembly
• Loss of OE-style exhaust tone on Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute models
• Fitment issues when replacing a factory-style center-inlet, right-center outlet muffler
• Need for a direct-fit replacement on 2001-2004 Escape and Tribute applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify inlet and outlet orientation before installation: this muffler uses a 2-inch center inlet and a 2-inch right-center flange outlet. Confirm vehicle fitment by year and model before ordering, and compare the original muffler dimensions and pipe locations to the AP Exhaust 700428. Professional exhaust installation is recommended to ensure proper alignment and sealing.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust supplies replacement exhaust components for service applications, and this MSL series muffler is built to match the listed fitment and OE-comparable sound level for the specified Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute vehicles.