Exhaust System: Description and Operation

Exhaust Pipes and Mufflers

Note the following whenever working inside the engine compartment due to limited space:

• Route all lines and wires in their original locations.

• Ensure sufficient clearance to all moving or hot components.

• After exhaust system repairs, make sure exhaust system is not under stress and that it has sufficient clearance to the body. If necessary, loosen the clamp(s) and align the exhaust pipe so that sufficient clearance is maintained to the body and the retaining loops carry uniform loads.

• Gaskets and self-locking nuts must be replaced.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Ring Spanner 7-piece Set (3337)

• Torque Wrench (5-50 Nm) (V.A.G 1331)

• Body Repair Saw (V.A.G 1523 A)

• Hot Bolt Paste (G 052 118 A3)