Exhaust System: Service and Repair

18 00 020 Removing and installing complete exhaust system (N55)

Special tools required:





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





Support exhaust system with jack and special tool 31 2 220 or with a suitable lever and secure against falling out.





Release clamp (1).

Tightening torque 18 31 1AZ.





Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 2AZ.





Release nut and remove holder (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 3AZ.





Release nuts (1) and remove holder.

Tightening torque 18 31 3AZ.





Pull off vacuum line (1).





Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 18 31 3AZ.

Lower and remove exhaust system carefully with assistance of a second person.





Installation note:
Check rubber mount for damage.

If necessary, replace damaged rubber mounts.

Check exhaust system for leak tightness.