Muffler: Service and Repair

Front and Rear Mufflers, Separating and Connecting

• A separating point has been provided in the connecting pipe for removing, installing and replacing the front and rear muffler.

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

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Body Saw (V.A.G 1523 A)

• Chain Pipe Cutter (VAS 6254)

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

• Protective Eyewear

• Protective Clothing

Separating


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

- Cut the exhaust pipe at the separation point - arrow 2 - using, for example, the body saw (V.A.G 1523 A) or the chain pipe cutter (VAS 6254) at a right angle.






Joining

• A second technician is needed when tightening the rear clamping sleeve (clamping sleeve repair).

- Secure the front muffler in the retainers. The front clamp remains loosely connected to the pipes.

- Align the rear muffler horizontally and hold it in this position.

- When installing, position the rear clamping sleeve at the side marks - arrows 1 and 3 -.






- Position the rear repair clamp - A - as shown and tighten it to 23 Nm.






- Then, align the exhaust system free of tension. Refer to => [ Exhaust System, Aligning ] Procedures.