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AP Exhaust 700468 Exhaust Muffler
| Brand | AP Exhaust 700468 |
|---|---|
| Body Height | 7 |
| Body Length | 24 |
| Body Material | Aluminized Steel |
| Body Width | 9 |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Heat Shield Attached | No |
| Inlet Inside Diameter | 2.5 |
| Inlet Location | Left Center / Center Lower |
| Inlet Type | Pipes |
| Muffler Configuration | RR |
| Muffler Type | Baffled |
| Outlet Inside Diameter | 2.5 |
| Outlet Location | Right Center |
| Outlet Type | Pipe |
| Overall Length | 28.25 |
| Series | MSL |
| Shape | Oval |
| Sound Level | OE comparable |
| Tunable | No |
| Fits | Cadillac, GMC, and Hummer · 15 vehicles |
OE comparable sound. Delivers a familiar exhaust note for everyday driving.
Baffled design. Helps control exhaust flow for a balanced tone.
Aluminized steel body. Offers corrosion resistance for longer service life.
AP Exhaust 700468 Muffler for GM SUVs
AP Exhaust 700468 is a direct-fit exhaust muffler built for select Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon, and Hummer H2 applications. It uses an aluminized steel oval body with a baffled internal design and OE-comparable sound level for a factory-style exhaust repair.
- Part number 700468 from AP Exhaust
- Direct-fit MSL/Maximum muffler application
- Aluminized steel body for everyday exhaust service
- Oval muffler shape with 24 in. body length and 28.25 in. overall length
- 2.5 in. inlet and 2.5 in. outlet sizing
- Dual inlet, single outlet configuration: left center/center lower inlet and right center outlet
- Baffled muffler type with OE-comparable sound level
- Compatible with 2001-2006 GMC Yukon, 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, and 2003-2006 Hummer H2
Fitment and application details
This AP Exhaust 700468 muffler is engineered for vehicles that originally used a welded OE exhaust assembly. For Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon, and Hummer H2 service, it provides the correct 2.5-inch pipe connections and the RR muffler configuration needed for a direct replacement. It is listed for 2001-2006 GMC Yukon, 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, and 2003-2006 Hummer H2, with an exception for Escalade models with 20-inch wheels.
The MSL series focuses on replacement fitment for factory exhaust layouts, making this muffler a practical choice when restoring exhaust flow and sound characteristics on GM full-size SUVs. The AP Exhaust 700468 part number is also useful when cross-checking catalog listings for the same application.
Common issues this muffler addresses
- Rust-through or corrosion in the original muffler body
- Exhaust noise from a damaged or leaking muffler
- Factory welded assembly replacement on GM SUV exhaust systems
- Incorrect sound level after exhaust repair
- Fitment problems when replacing a non-serviceable OE muffler section
Installation notes and tips
Verify the vehicle’s original exhaust layout before installation, since the OE system was a welded assembly on the listed applications. Confirm 2.5-inch inlet and outlet sizing, along with the left center/center lower inlet and right center outlet locations, before ordering or installing AP Exhaust 700468. For Escalade applications, note the exclusion for models with 20-inch wheels.
Quality assurance
AP Exhaust manufactures this muffler in aluminized steel with a baffled design and OE-comparable sound level to support factory-style exhaust replacement on the listed GM SUVs. Part number 700468 is built as a regular-grade replacement muffler for direct-fit service.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Cadillac | Escalade | Base | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; except Models w/ 20" Wheels |
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon | Denali | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2006 | Hummer | H2 | — | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2005 | Cadillac | Escalade | Base | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; except Models w/ 20" Wheels |
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon | Denali | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2005 | Hummer | H2 | — | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2004 | Cadillac | Escalade | Base | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; except Models w/ 20" Wheels |
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon | Denali | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2004 | Hummer | H2 | — | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2003 | Cadillac | Escalade | Base | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; except Models w/ 20" Wheels |
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon | Denali | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2003 | Hummer | H2 | — | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2002 | Cadillac | Escalade | Base | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.; except Models w/ 20" Wheels |
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon | Denali | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon | Denali | 6.0L | V8 | N/A | DIRECT FIT MSL/MAXIMUM Muffler; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. |
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