18 00 020 Removing and installing complete exhaust system (N63) (X6 xDrive 50i)

Special tools required: 

• 31 2 220 

Danger of injury! 

Removal of the exhaust system must be carried out with the assistance of a second person.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• REMOVE rear bumper panel.

Support exhaust system with special tool 31 2 220.

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Graphic shows the right-hand side; the procedure for the left hand-side is identical.

Release clamp (1).

Tightening torque 18 31 1AZ .

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 1AZ .

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 2AZ .

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 3AZ .

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 4AZ .

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 4AZ .

Remove earth strap.

Lower and remove exhaust system with assistance of a second person.

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Installation note: 

Check rubber mount for damage.

If necessary, replace damaged rubber mounts.

Check exhaust system for leak tightness.