Muffler: Service and Repair

Loosen the flanged joints. Separate exhaust.

Installation:
Replace screws and nuts.





Alignment the flanged joint.

Caution: Different sealing rings.





Installation:
Lubricate flanged joint lightly with copper paste.
Turn flange until maximum possible ground clearance is provided Align the flanges parallel to each another.
Align the exhaust system and insert the screws.





Disconnect the rear retaining bracket on left and right sides.
Take off exhaust assembly downwards.
Pull the vacuum hose off of the vacuum dashpot.





Installation: Check rubber mounts for damage, replacing them if necessary.
Preload rubber mount in forwards driving direction by distance A 15 mm.





Installation:
Check the position of the end pipes to the body-cutout.
Tighten down all screw connections.

Note: Tighten the flanged joint first with a loose sealing ring.