Center and Rear Muffler, Separating

Exhaust System Components

Center and Rear Muffler, Separating

• A separating point has been provided in the connecting pipe for individual replacement of the center or rear muffler.

• The separating point is marked by depressions around the circumference of the exhaust pipe.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Body Repair Saw (V.A.G 1523A) or

• Chain Pipe Cutter (VAS 6254)


To prevent injuries from metal shavings, wear protective goggles and protective clothing.

- Separate the exhaust pipe at the separating point - arrow 2 - using (VAS 6254) or (V.A.G 1523A).





- Position the clamping sleeve - 4 - centrally at the edge marks - arrows 1 and 3 - when installing.

- Install the clamping sleeve so that the bolt end - arrow - does not project beyond the lower edge of the clamping sleeve.





• Threaded connection points towards the rear.

Tightening specification:

Clamping sleeve with 2 individual clamps: 25 Nm.

Clamping sleeve with a continuous clamp: 35 Nm.

- Install the exhaust system free of stress. Refer to => [ Exhaust System, Installing ]. Exhaust System, Installing