18 12 030 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Muffler (N62)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 BMW 550i and 2006 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required:

00 2 210
31 2 220

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform these tasks on an engine that has cooled down.

Support final muffler with special tool 31 2 220.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (31 2 220)

G04725872

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

While installed, mark cutting line (arrows) with aid of replacement muffler on faulty rear muffler.

Fig 2: Locating Mark Cutting Line

G04766263

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Cut exhaust pipes with special tool 00 2 210 at marked points and deburr.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 210)

G04725874

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unscrew nuts.

Fig 4: Locating Nuts

G04766265

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Detach hose (1) of vacuum unit.

Release nut and final muffler.

Fig 5: Locating Hose Of Vacuum Unit

G04766266

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Connect final muffler to center muffler.

Align clamp and tighten down.

Fig 6: Aligning Clamp

G04725877

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.