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Center Muffler and Rear Muffler, Separating






Center Muffler 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

Chain pipe cutter (VAS 6254)

Procedure

- Activate vehicle lifting mode.

- Separate exhaust pipes at a right angle at separating point - arrow - using chain pipe cutter (VAS 6254).





- When installing, position clamping sleeves - arrows - centrally on separation point.





- Install double clamps so that the bolt ends do not project over lower edge of double clamp.





Threaded connections face each other.

- Align exhaust system free of tension.

- Deactivate vehicle lifting mode.