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Front and Rear Muffler, Separating






Front and Rear Muffler, Separating

A section point is provided in connecting pipe for individual replacement of front 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 - arrows - using chain pipe cutter (VAS 6254) at a right angle.





- When installing repair sleeve - arrows -, position at center on separating cut.





Rear Repair Sleeve Installation Location





- Install left repair sleeve in direction of travel - 1 - so threaded connections are at center.

Ends of bolts point down.

- Install right repair sleeve in direction of travel - 2 - so threaded connections face upward.

Ends of bolts point outward.

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