Exhaust system components, removing and installing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Audi A8, 2005 Audi A8, and 2004 Audi A8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- After exhaust system repairs, make sure exhaust system is not under stress and that it has sufficient clearance from the bodywork. If necessary, loosen double clamps and clamp and align exhaust pipe so that sufficient clearance is maintained to the bodywork and support rings carry uniform loads.
- Install exhaust system free of stress → Exhaust system, installing free of tension .
- Replace self-locking nuts.
NOTE:
- Before raising the vehicle on a hoist (wheels off the ground), first activate the vehicle jack mode → 43 - Self Leveling Suspension .