Removing and Installing/Replacing Rear Muffler

18 10 031 Replacing left or right rear silencer (M57T2 TOP)







WARNING:
Risk of burning.
This repair work may only be carried out on an exhaust system which has cooled down.







NOTE:
If the separation point is not marked by a punch mark on the pipe, determine the separation point by means of the pipe length on the new rear silencer.
Carry over separation point to faulty rear silencer and mark.
Secure rear silencer against falling off.
Cut through exhaust pipes at marked point with a suitable tool and deburr.







Unscrew left or right nuts.
Tightening torque 18 20 7AZ.







Unscrew left or right screws.
Tightening torque 18 20 7AZ.
With the assistance of another person, lower rear silencer at left or right and remove.







Adjust new centre silencer to fit and connect with clamps.
Centre clamp and tighten down.
Tightening torque 18 20 9AZ.

Installation note:
Align clamps so that:
- Nuts point downwards.
- Cutting line is in middle of clamping sleeve.
- There is sufficient spacing to adjoining components.







Installation note:
Check rubber mount for damage.
If necessary, replace damaged rubber mounts.
Check exhaust system for leak tightness.