Exhaust Pipes/Mufflers, Disconnecting

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Chain Pipe Cutter:VAS6254

Fig 1: Chain Pipe Cutter VAS 6254
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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 an indentation around the circumference of the exhaust pipe.

Procedure

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-- Separate the exhaust pipes -1- at a right angle at the separating points -arrows- using a Chain Pipe Cutter:VAS6254 .

-- Position the clamping sleeves -arrows- in the center of the separation cut and then tighten the nuts. Refer to CLAMPING SLEEVE INSTALLATION POSITION .

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

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - MUFFLER