Remove exhaust system

WARNING: Hot surfaces.
Risk of burning!

Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Mount the exhaust system in a de-energized state, following the tightening sequence from the rear silencer towards the exhaust manifold.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE CONNECTING SUPPORT FROM THE TUNNEL .

WARNING: Hot surfaces.
Risk of burning!

Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.

CAUTION: Component with heavy weight.
Injury hazard!

Note component's center of gravity.
Support component using a jack.
Secure component against falling off the jack.

CAUTION: Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.

Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.
Release nuts (1).

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Release nuts (1).

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Loosen screw (1).

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Version B:

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Loosen screw (1).

Version A:

Loosen screw (1).

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Release nut (1).

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NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.

Disconnect the cables (1).

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Release nut (1).

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Release nut (1).

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Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

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Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

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Release nut (1).

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Release nut (1).

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With the help of a support person, lower, guide out, and remove the exhaust system (1).

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