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18 00 018 Removing and Installing Complete Exhaust System

18 00 018 Removing and installing complete exhaust system (M57T2top) (without diesel particulate filter)





Special tools required:
* 31 2 220





Warning!
Danger of burning and other injuries!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Removal of the exhaust system must be carried out with the assistance of a second person.

Note:
Weight of exhaust system is approx. 40 kg.

Necessary preliminary tasks:





* E91,E92,E93 only:
Remove tension strut





Support exhaust system with special tool 31 2 220.





Unfasten nut.

Installation:
Tightening torque 18 20 8AZ.

Release bolts (left and right).





Installation:
Tightening torque 18 20 4AZ.





Release bolts on bracing plate.

Installation:
Tightening torque 33 32 11AZ.

Release chassis bracing.





Release nuts (left and right).

Installation:
Tightening torque 18 20 6AZ.

Release bolts (left and right).





Installation:
Tightening torque 18 20 7AZ.

Lower exhaust system.





Installation:
Check exhaust system for leaks.













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