Muffler, Removing And Installing, AWD Vehicles: Removing

-- TT Roadster: remove the rear left diagonal brace. Refer to Underbody Trim Panel .

-- Loosen the clamping sleeve -arrow- and push it toward the rear.

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-- If equipped, disconnect the left and right connector -3- from the exhaust door control unit -2-.

Fig 1: Exhaust Door Control Unit - Tightening Specification

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-- Disengage the mounting -3- from the exhaust system rear section.

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-- Remove the bolts -1 and 2- and then remove the muffler.