18 32 040 Removing and installing/replacing catalytic exhaust-gas converter with center muffler (S65)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform these tasks after exhaust system has cooled down.

Support rear silencer with special tool 31 2 220 SUPPORT .

NOTE: Description of one side of two-flow exhaust system.
The procedure is identical on both sides.

Fig 1: Supporting Exhaust System Using Special Tool (31 2 220)

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Release screws.

Tightening torque 18 40 2AZ .

Fig 2: Locating Self Locking Nuts

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Release screws.

Tightening torque 18 40 3AZ .

Fig 3: Locating Screws

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Release screws (1).

Remove reinforcement plate.

Installation:

Tightening torque 51 61 7AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Reinforcement Plate Mounting Screws

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Release screws on clamps.

Tightening torque 18 40 6AZ .

Remove catalytic exhaust-gas converter with center muffler.

Remove catalytic exhaust-gas converter with a second person helping.

Fig 5: Identifying Screws On Clamps

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NOTE: Add final details to vehicle.
Check exhaust system for leaks.