AP Exhaust 78231 Exhaust Pipe - Rear

AP Exhaust 78231 Rear Exhaust Pipe

AP Exhaust 78231 is an aluminized steel rear exhaust pipe made as an original equipment replacement for select Saturn compact cars. It is built for direct-fit service on Saturn SC1, SL, SL1, and SW1 applications with SOHC engines, including welded OE exhaust systems.

Key Features

• Aluminized steel construction for corrosion resistance in everyday exhaust service
• Original equipment replacement design for factory-style fitment
• Rear exhaust pipe application for select Saturn SOHC models
• Fits 1993-2002 Saturn SL, SL1, SW1, and SC1 applications listed below
• AP Exhaust part number 78231 for catalog and service identification

Detailed Description

AP Exhaust 78231 is a replacement rear exhaust pipe for Saturn vehicles equipped with the SOHC engine. It serves as an OE-style service part for welded factory exhaust assemblies, making it a practical choice when replacing a damaged, rusted, or leaking rear pipe on a Saturn SL, Saturn SL1, Saturn SW1, or Saturn SC1. The aluminized steel construction is selected for standard exhaust durability, while the direct-replacement format supports factory-matched service on the listed rear-position applications. This part number 78231 is listed for 1993-1996 Saturn SL, 1993-1996 Saturn SL1, 1993-1996 Saturn SW1, 1997-2002 Saturn SC1, 1997-2002 Saturn SL, 1997-2002 Saturn SL1, and 1997-1999 Saturn SW1.

What It Helps Address

• Exhaust pipe rust or corrosion in the rear section
• Cracks or leaks in a welded factory exhaust assembly
• Noise from a damaged rear exhaust pipe
• Failed emissions-related exhaust sealing issues
• Replacement needs after underbody exhaust wear on Saturn SL and SC1 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1997-2002 Saturn SC1, rear, with SOHC engine; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. Fits 1997-2002 Saturn SL, rear, with SOHC engine; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. Fits 1997-2002 Saturn SL1, rear, with SOHC engine; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. Fits 1997-1999 Saturn SW1, rear, with SOHC engine; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. Fits 1993-1996 Saturn SL, rear, sedan and station wagon; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. Fits 1993-1996 Saturn SL1, rear, sedan and station wagon; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. Fits 1993-1996 Saturn SW1, rear, sedan and station wagon; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced. Because the original system was welded, inspect adjoining exhaust sections and related components before installation to confirm the repair path for your Saturn exhaust system.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust catalogs this part as an original equipment replacement exhaust pipe built for the listed Saturn applications. The OE-style fitment focus and aluminized steel material support service replacement on factory exhaust systems.