FLOWMASTER LogoInstallation Instructions
718100
2017-2022 FORD F-250 & F350
6.2L & 7.3L ENGINE

OVERVIEW:

  1. Take a moment to read and understand these instructions before installing your Flowmaster performance system.
    NOTE: Please inventory all parts now before continuing and if necessary, report any missing items to our tech line. This will avoid potentially stranding your vehicle until any missing replacement parts arrive.
    ITM #PART #DESCRIPTIONQ T Y.
    126855MInlet Pipe1
    226810MResonator Delete Pipe1
    372595-ZMuffler1
    426733MRight Tailpipe1
    526734MLeft Front Tailpipe1
    626735MLeft Rear Tailpipe1
    726856MSide Exit Pipe2
    8ST509BTips2
    9PK1068Hardware Package includes:1
    10503HALeft Rear Hanger1
    11MC350BS31/2″ Stainless Band Clamp1
    12MC300BS3″ Stainless Band Clamp7
    13HA168Red Rubber Hanger1
    14HW5027/16″ Hanger Keeper2
    15HW5031/2″ Hanger Keeper1
    16HW50515″ Cable Tie1

    REMOVE STOCK EXHAUST SYSTEM:

  2. Raise vehicle up on a hoist or rack to working height. If you don’t have access to a hoist or rack, support vehicle with jack stands.
    WARNING: Avoid serious burns! Allow your vehicle time to cool completely before touching any factory engine components.
    To ease preparation and installation of your new kit:
    • Apply penetrating lubricant to mounts, bolts and clamps before you remove them.
    • Use stands as necessary to support parts as you detach them from your vehicle and again as you install new parts.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - Icon 1.
  3. Cut tailpipe at muffler exit. Disassemble hanger wires from isolators and remove tailpipe section from vehicle.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM
  4. Support muffler and disassemble wire hangers from isolators. Loosen clamp, disconnect inlet pipe and remove exhaust system.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 2INSTALL FLOWMASTER EXHAUST SYSTEM:
  5. Apply anti-seize compound to threaded fasteners for a more secure install.
    NOTE: The image in this step is intended for illustrative purposes only and may or may not accurately reflect components included in your kit.
  6. Every slip fit connection in this kit must seat 3″ deep except for muffler connections which must seat 2″ deep. Find all slip fit components in your kit and mark them accordingly so your Flowmaster exhaust system fits properly onto your vehicle.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 3
  7. If applicable, you may choose to replace the resonator section of your vehicle using resonator delete pipe (2) and clamp (11), lining pipe notch up to front pipe tab.
    NOTE: If your vehicle has a 160″ wheelbase and you are replacing your resonator, trim 4″ from the back of resonator delete pipe before installing it.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 4
  8. Place clamp (11) onto inlet pipe (1) then connect it to resonator pipe or factory pipe, lining pipe notch up to front pipe tab. Insert wire hanger in isolator and tighten clamp enough to allow for adjustment.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 5
  9. Place clamp (10) onto muffler (3) then connect it to inlet or resonator pipe. Tighten clamp just enough to allow for adjustment. Place (x2) clamps (8) onto muffler outlets.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 6
  10. Remove bolts (x2) indicated below and use them to secure left rear hanger (9) onto vehicle frame. Then install rubber hanger (12) as shown.
    NOTE: If your truck does not have overload springs, secure left rear hanger using pre-requisite M10 – 1.5 bolts (x2).FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 7
  11. Route right (4) and left front (5) tailpipes over axle then connect them to muffler. Insert their wire hangers into  isolators then tighten clamps just enough to allow for adjustment.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 8
  12. Place clamp (11) onto left rear tailpipe (6) and connect it to left front tailpipe. Insert wire hanger into isolator and tighten clamp just enough to allow for adjustment.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 9
  13. Place (x2 ea.) clamps (11) onto side exit pipes (7) then connect them to tailpipes and tighten clamps just enough to allow for later adjustment.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 10
  14. Use zip tie (15) to secure hose assembly away from exhaust pipe as shown.
  15. Install (x2) tips (8) onto side exit pipes then tighten inlets just enough to allow for adjustment.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 11
  16. Adjust exhaust components for fit; maintaining 1/2″ clearance and compensating for suspension, travel and vibration then tighten all clamps. Finally, fit hanger keepers (13, 14) onto each sideways hanger.
  17. Recommended: Secure slip-fit connections with a 1-inch tack weld then apply high-temp paint to each weld.FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 12

Congratulations, the installation of your FLOWMASTER performance exhaust system is now complete!

Installation Diagram

718100
2017-2022 FORD F-250 & F350 6.2L & 7.3L ENGINE

FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System - EXHAUST SYSTEM 13

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Technical Support 866-464-6553
Rev 09/21/22

Documents / Resources

FLOWMASTER 718100 Performance System [pdf] Instruction Manual
718100 Performance System, 718100, Performance System, System

References

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