Aligning tailpipes

• Check left and right distance between tailpipe and bumper:
  • Distance a (left) = distance a (right)
  • Distance b can be disregarded.

Perform steps listed below to correct distance "a" if necessary:

Fig 1: Checking Left And Right Distance Between Tailpipe And Bumper

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• Loosen bolts (arrows) on brace between exhaust pipes.
• Adjust distance between rear mufflers.
• Tighten bolts to 25 Nm.
Fig 2: Locating Bolts On Brace Between Exhaust Pipes
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