18 00 020 Removing and installing complete exhaust system (N62)

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Special tools required:

31 2 220

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 31 2 220

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WARNING: Scalding hazard! Only perform this work after engine has cooled down. Danger of injury! Removal of the exhaust system must be carried out with the assistance of a second person. Weight of exhaust system is approx. 50kg.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

E64 only:
Remove tension struts on left and right

Support exhaust system with special tool 31 2 220.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Fig 2: Releasing Nuts (1 Of 4)

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NOTE: Illustrations depict the left side - proceed in the same way for the right side.

Unscrew nut (1).

Fig 3: Releasing Nuts (2 Of 4)

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NOTE: Illustrations depict the left side - proceed in the same way for the right side.

Unscrew nuts.

Fig 4: Releasing Nuts (3 Of 4)

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NOTE: Illustrations depict the left side - proceed in the same way for the right side.

Unscrew nuts.

Fig 5: Releasing Nuts (4 Of 4)

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Unfasten screws.

Remove reinforcement plate (1).

Fig 6: Removing Reinforcement Plate (N62)

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Lower exhaust system carefully.