18 12 030 Removing and installing/replacing rear muffler (N62)

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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

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

Fig 2: Locating Cutting Line Mark

G04766263

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

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 210)

G05511003

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Unscrew nuts.

Fig 4: Identifying Flanged Nut

G04766265

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Detach hose (1) of vacuum unit.

Release nut and final muffler.

Fig 5: Locating Vacuum Unit Hose

G05511005

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Connect final muffler to center muffler.

Align clamp and tighten down.

Fig 6: Aligning Clamp

G04725877

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