Center muffler and rear muffler, separating

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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 circumference of exhaust pipe.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Chain Pipe Cutter VAS 6254

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Chain pipe cutter VAS 6254

Work procedure

Fig 2: Separating Exhaust Pipes At Separating Point Using Chain Pipe Cutter VAS 6254 At Right Angle

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Separate exhaust pipes at separating point - arrows - using chain pipe cutter VAS 6254 at a right angle.

Fig 3: Positioning Clamping Sleeves At Center Of Separating Cut

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Position clamping sleeves - arrows - at center of separating cut.

Fig 4: Installing Double Clamps So That Bolt Ends Do Not Project Over Lower Edge Of Double Clamp

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When installing the double clamps, ensure that the bolt ends do not project beyond lower edge of the double clamp.

Threaded connections point toward outside.

Align exhaust system free of tension → Exhaust system, installing free of tension .