- A separating point has been provided in the separating pipe for individual replacement of the center or rear muffler.
- Separating point is marked by a depression around the circumference of the exhaust pipe.
Special tools and equipment
Scheme 235
- Cutting chain VAS 6524
- Protective glasses
Work sequence
| WARNING | Wear protective glasses. |
Scheme 236
- Using VAS 6524, cut exhaust pipe at separating point (arrow) at right angle.
Scheme 237
- When installing, center clamp -1- on separation point.
- Install clamp so that bolt ends do not protrude beyond bottom of clamp.
Bolt connection faces to left
- Align exhaust system free of stress. Refer to «Exhaust system, aligning free of stress»(ref-276269-S03604659422008010300000) .
- Tighten bolts on clamp evenly to 40 Nm.