18 12 030 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Muffler

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NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see Figure .

Special Tools Required:

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

Release screw connection of flanges between rear muffler and intermediate pipes.

Installation:

Check seal, replace if necessary.

Fig 1: Removing Screw Connection Of Flanges

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Support rear muffler with jack and special tool 31 2 220 and secure against falling out.

Fig 2: View Of Jack And Special Tool

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Release nuts (1) on right from rear muffler.

Fig 3: Locating Right Rear Muffler Retaining Nuts

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Release nuts (1) on left from rear muffler.

Nut (2) is concealed under rear apron.

Fig 4: Removing Left Rear Muffler Retaining Nuts

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Carefully pull panel away and release nut (2).

Carefully lower rear muffler and remove.

Fig 5: Removing Lower Rear Muffler Nut

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Installation:

Align tailpipes on left and right of rear muffler to rear apron.

Fig 6: Aligning Tailpipes

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