18 12 045 Removing and installing/replacing central muffler (N62)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 550i, 2009 BMW 550i, and 2008 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 after exhaust system has cooled down.

Support center muffler with lifter and special tool 31 2 220 and secure against falling out.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (31 2 220)

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Unfasten screws.

Remove reinforcement plate (1).

Fig 2: Locating Reinforcement Plate Screws

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While installed, mark length (B) with aid of replacement muffler on faulty center muffler.

Fig 3: Identifying Muffler Length

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

Fig 4: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 210)

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While installed, mark length (C) with aid of replacement muffler on faulty center muffler.

Fig 5: Identifying Muffler Length

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

Fig 6: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 210)

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Connect center muffler and front muffler by means of clamping sleeves.

Fig 7: Aligning Clamping Sleeves

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Connect center muffler to rear muffler by means of clamping sleeve.

Fig 8: Aligning Clamp

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