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Remove/install exhaust system - AR49.10-P-7142MRE

ENGINE 274 in MODEL 172 

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust System Remove/Install Components
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DANGER Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
DANGER Risk of injury.  Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
DANGER Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
DANGER Risk of burn injuries,  suffocation and poisoning when working on the exhaust system and the components connected to it. Risk of suffocation and risk of poisoning caused by inhalation of gaseous and solid components of the exhaust. Risk of poisoning  caused by skin contact with solid components of the exhaust. Wear protective clothing, safety glasses and respiratory protection. Use the extraction system. Move people out of the hazard area. AS49.00-Z-0001-01A
NOTES Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects   AH00.00-P-5000-01A
NOTES Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-N-0001-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Remove engine compartment paneling   AR61.20-P-1105W
2 Remove clamp (3) INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Replace clamp (3).  
3 Detach bracket (9) at transmission    
4 Detach bracket (4) on vehicle underbody and remove exhaust system using an assistant INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Align components for the exhaust system before firmly tightening screw connections free of tension.
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Apply lubricating paste at the elastomer bearings of the exhaust system.
 
Antifriction paste, rubber parts 2.5 kg, DBL 6867.00 *BR00.45-Z-1002-06A 
CLEAN Clean     
5 Remove combustion and corrosion residue at separating points    
6 Check decoupling elements (5) for damage and wear; replace if necessary    
7 Install in the reverse order    
INSPECT Check     
8 Check installation position and unobstructed movement of all components of the exhaust system    
DANGER Risk of accident  from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury  (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running. Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
9 Perform an engine test run and check exhaust system for leaktightness    
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1002-06A Antifriction paste, rubber parts 2.5 kg, DBL 6867.00 A 000 989 01 60