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Remove front silencer

Rear silencer with front silencer/gasoline particulate filter 

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Preliminary work 

WARNING: Hot surfaces. 
Risk of burning! 
  • Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.
CAUTION: Heavy component. 
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage. 
  • Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.
CAUTION: Grinding dust from grinding of components. 
Hazardous to health! 
  • Directly draw off the grinding dust.
  • Ensure adequate ventilation.
  • Conduct all work in appropriate personal protective equipment only.
CAUTION: Shavings resulting from sawing or grinding components. 
Injury hazard! 
  • Conduct all work in appropriate personal protective equipment only.
  • Wear safety goggles and hand protection.
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