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Muffler: Service and Repair






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 depressions around the circumference of the exhaust pipe.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Chain Pipe Cutter (VAS 6254)

Procedure for vehicles with front wheel drive





- Separate exhaust pipes at a right angle at separating point - arrow - using Chain Pipe Cutter (VAS 6254).

- When installing, position clamping sleeves - arrows - centrally on separation point.





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





Threaded connections point toward outside.

- Align exhaust system free of tension. Refer to => [ Exhaust System, Installing ] Exhaust System, Installing.

Procedure for vehicles with all wheel drive





- Separate exhaust pipes at a right angle at separating point - arrow - using Chain Pipe Cutter (VAS 6254).

- When installing, position clamping sleeves - arrows - centrally on separation point.





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





Threaded connections point toward outside.

- Align exhaust system free of tension. Refer to => [ Exhaust System, Installing ] Exhaust System, Installing.