18 00 020 Removing and Installing Complete Exhaust System (S85)

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Special tools required:

312 220

WARNING:

Scalding hazard!

Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

Risk of injury!

Removal of the exhaust system must be carried out with the assistance of a second person.

Support exhaust system with special tool 31 2 220.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 31 2 220

G04742070

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque: 27 Nm

Fig 2: Locating Nuts (1 Of 3)

G04742071

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Unscrew nuts.

Fig 3: Locating Nuts (2 Of 3)

G04742072

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Unscrew nuts.

Fig 4: Locating Nuts (3 Of 3)

G04742073

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Picture shows E63:

Release nuts on rear mufflers (1 and 2).

Fig 5: Locating Nuts On Rear Mufflers

G04742074

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Picture shows E61:

Release screws.

Tightening torque: 24 N.m

Carefully lower exhaust system (1).

Fig 6: Locating Screws

G04742075

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