Overview - Muffler, AUDI A3 From My 2021, With Fwd

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Bolt
- 20 Nm
Bracket
- For the retaining loop
Retaining Loop
- Replace if damaged
- Replace the red retaining loop after removing
Rear Muffler
- As original equipment, one unit with front muffler and center muffler If a repair is required replace each separately
- Removing and Installing. Refer to MUFFLER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, AUDI A3 FROM MY 2021/Q2 FROM MY 2016/AUDI Q3 FROM MY 2019/TT FROM MY 2015 .
- Separating point. Refer to EXHAUST PIPES/MUFFLERS, DISCONNECTING .
- Exhaust System, Installing without Tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .
Front Muffler
- As original equipment, one unit with center muffler and rear muffler. If a repair is required replace each separately
- Removing and Installing. Refer to MUFFLER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, AUDI A3 FROM MY 2021/Q2 FROM MY 2016/AUDI Q3 FROM MY 2019/TT FROM MY 2015 .
- Separating point. Refer to EXHAUST PIPES/MUFFLERS, DISCONNECTING .
- Exhaust System, Installing without Tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .
Bolt
- 20 Nm
Bracket
- For the retaining loop
Retaining Loop
- Replace if damaged
- Replace the red retaining loop after removing
Center Clamping Sleeve
- Before tightening, align the exhaust system without tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .
- Installation position. Refer to Fig 1.
- Tighten threaded connections evenly. Refer to the appropriate Service Information. .
Center Muffler
- As original equipment, one unit with front muffler and rear muffler. If a repair is required replace each separately
- Removing and Installing. Refer to MUFFLER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, AUDI A3 FROM MY 2021/Q2 FROM MY 2016/AUDI Q3 FROM MY 2019/TT FROM MY 2015 .
- Separating point. Refer to EXHAUST PIPES/MUFFLERS, DISCONNECTING .
- Exhaust System, Installing without Tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .
Retaining Loop
- Replace if damaged
- Replace the red retaining loop after removing
Rear Clamping Sleeve
- Before tightening, align the exhaust system without tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .
- Installation position. Refer to OVERVIEW - MUFFLER, AUDI A3 FROM MY 2021, WITH FWD . .
- Tighten threaded connections evenly. Refer to the appropriate Service Information. .
Retaining Loop
- Replace if damaged
- Replace the red retaining loop after removing
Bracket
- For the retaining loop
Bolt
- 20 Nm

Center Clamping Sleeve Installation Position

Fig 1: Double Clamps

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-- Install the clamping sleeve in the position shown.

Threaded connections point forward.
Nuts downward.
Bolt ends must not protrude over the lower edge of the clamping sleeve.