Tail Pipes, Replacing

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There is a separating point on each tailpipe if the tailpipe needs to be removed.
The separating point is marked by a depression around the circumference of the exhaust pipe.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Chain Pipe Cutter VAS6254

Procedure

Vehicles with standard tailpipes:

Fig 1: Tail Pipe Piece Separating Point -Arrow-

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-- Separate the tail pipe at a right angle at the separating point -arrow- using a Chain Pipe Cutter VAS6254.

Vehicles with Double Tail Pipes

Fig 2: Dual Tail Pipe Piece Separating Point -Arrow-

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-- Separate the tail pipe at a right angle at the applicable separating point -arrows- using a Chain Pipe Cutter VAS6254.

Continuation for All Vehicles

-- Slide the exhaust pipe(s) and secure with a clamp.

-- Check the distance between the tailpipe and the bumper, refer to TAIL PIPES, ALIGNING .

Tightening specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - MUFFLER .