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





- When installing, position clamping sleeves - 1 - and - 2 - at center on separating cut.





- 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.