Exhaust Pipes/Mufflers, 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 a depression around the circumference of the exhaust pipe.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Procedure

Fig 1: Audi A5 Cabriolet Diagonal Braces

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Audi A5 Cabriolet/Sportback

-- Remove the diagonal braces. Refer to OVERVIEW - SUBFRAME .

Continuation for All Vehicles

Fig 2: Separate Exhaust Pipes At A Right Angle At Separating Points

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-- Separate the exhaust pipes at a right angle at the separating points -arrow- using a Chain Pipe Cutter VAS6254.

-- When installing, position the clamping sleeves -arrows- on the center of the separating point

Fig 3: Identifying Double Clamps And Bolt Ends

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-- Install double clamps so that the bolt ends do not project over lower edge of double clamp.

Fig 4: Identifying Installed Position Of Rear Double Clamps

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-- Install the exhaust system free of tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .

-- Install the diagonal braces. Refer to OVERVIEW - SUBFRAME .