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.