18 32 081 Removing and Installing/Replacing Exhaust Pipe with Catalytic Converter for Cylinders 4-6

18 32 081 - Removing and installing/replacing exhaust pipe with catalytic converter for cylinders 4-6 (N54)





Special tools required:
- 00 2 210 00 2 210 Exhaust Pipe Cutter





Warning!
Scalding hazard!

Only perform these tasks after exhaust system has cooled down.





Note:
Cutting line for exhaust pipe (2) is designated by a notch in the pipe.

Cut exhaust pipe (2) at marked point and deburr.





Cut exhaust pipe with special tool 00 2 210 00 2 210 Exhaust Pipe Cutter at marked point and deburr.





Release nuts for right exhaust pipe.

Installation Note:
- Replace self-locking nuts.
- Replace seal.
- Tightening torque 18 00 1AZ [1][2]18 31 Exhaust Pipe With Catalytic Converter / Complete System.





Release screw.

Tightening torque 18 20 1AZ 18 20 Exhaust System Suspension.

Remove bracket (1) and then exhaust pipe.





Installation Note:
Connect exhaust pipe to center muffler by means of clamp and align.

Align clamp and tighten down.

Tightening torque 18 00 5AZ [1][2]18 31 Exhaust Pipe With Catalytic Converter / Complete System.





Note:
Check exhaust system for leaks.