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

- Separate the exhaust pipes at the separating point - arrows - using chain pipe cutter ( VAS 6254) at a right angle.





- Position clamping sleeves - arrows - at center of separating cut.





- When installing the double clamps, ensure that the bolt ends do not project beyond the lower edge of the double clamp.





• Threaded connections point toward outside.

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