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 a depression around the circumference of the exhaust pipe.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Chain Pipe Cutter (VAS 6254)

Procedure

- Audi A7: Remove the left and right bolts and remove the diagonal braces - 1 - and - 2 -.






- Separate the exhaust pipes at a right angle at the separating points - arrows - using the (VAS 6254).






- When installing, position the clamping sleeves - arrows - on the center of the separating point






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






• Installation position: Threaded connections point forward.

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

- Install diagonal braces.