The metal band that holds the muffler in place has rusted out. it looks fairly easy to replace. is it as easy as it looks, and is the part easy to order, and what's the official name for this part?? Thanks, Pat

I can't see anything from here? I looked at an online parts book for a picture of one of your cats, this is what I found. I know from past experience with removing mufflers, clamp or not, they get rusted on there. I usually end up using a hack saw to get it off. Sometimes I have used a metal chisel and a 4# hammer. It's a pain. You have any experience with a cutting torch and welder?
I looked in my database, it didn't have anything, sorry. A muffler shop might be able to help you?

Some muffler shops use a metal wrapping that might work depending on the area that is rotting. Also you can try some JB Weld but not sure if the metal is in good enough shape to bond. You might have to replace the muffler if it won't seal and bond over the rotting metal.

Not really.
You have to cut the old muffler off and reconnect the new one, either by pipe connectors or by welding it.

Easy is a relative term. If you can get the remainder of the tailpipe off from the muffler, replacing the tailpipe alone wont be so bad. If it's in there so bad that it will take all day to remove, I would recommend replacing the exhaust from the cat back because it will end up being faster and easier. If you plan to keep the vehicle for any length of time, specifically ask for walker exhaust components; AP mufflers and pipes are a little cheaper but wont last.

Given that it is a 2005 model, there shouldn't be too much rust. Locate a trusted muffler/exhaust shop in your area and they can probably wled it back into place for a small fee (i.e. $20).

Quite honestly, seek out a trusted muffler repair shop nearest you. They may have to replace if it is too rusted ($100-$150?) or with any luck they can weld it back into place ($25). Not dangerous (unless it falls off) but definately annoying!!

Your car is equipped with headlight unitsthat house the headlight bulbs, which illuminate the road during dark drivinghours or bad weather conditions. You just need screwdriver and replacementheadlight to do this job. This is how to do it First you Open the hood of the Elantra and locate the damagedheadlight unit. Look for a metal band that secures the unit in place. Removethe screws surrounding the metal band using a flat-head screwdriver. The bandwill pop off as the screws are removed. Remove the band completely by slidingit off of the headlight unit. 2nd, Remove the headlight unit by pulling it out ofposition. Disconnect the electrical connector, located on the back of the unit. 3rd , Insert the replacement unit into place and attachthe electrical connector. Place the metal band around the unit and secure theband by replacing each screw. Use the flathead screwdriver to tighten eachscrew. Repeat this process for the opposite headlight unit, if necessary. Closethe hood of the Hyundai Elantra.

Why would you not go to the auto parts store,buy what you need,return home and install it yourself.

You must have lost your mind,if you think that a junk yard exhaust system is anything but rusted metal.

if exhaust pipes are in good shape-no rust thru than just replace muffler

if you are talking about the section that the engine is mounted on you can replace the whole thing with a used one from a junkyard in most cases it costs 250 dollars for part not including installation not easy you will have to suspend engine in the air for this you need a special tool.