18 12 030 Removing and installing/replacing rear muffler (COOPER S)

WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this task after exhaust system has cooled down!
Assistance is required to support exhaust during removal.

Remove centre pipe to manifold flange fixings (1).

Fig 1: Removing Centre Pipe To Manifold Flange Fixings

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Install hint:

Replace seal.

Replace nuts.

Coat threads with copper paste - CRC.

Tightening torque 18 00 2AZ. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Remove screws (1) from reinforcement plate.

Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Pipe

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Remove exhaust pipe.

Tightening torque 18 00 3AZ. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Remove exhaust system fixings (1) to rear hanger strap of the left muffler.

Fig 3: Removing Exhaust System Fixings To Rear Hanger Strap (Left Muffler)

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Tightening torque 18 00 1AZ. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Remove exhaust system fixings (1) to rear hanger strap of the right muffler.

Tightening torque 18 00 1AZ. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 4: Removing Exhaust System Fixings To Rear Hanger Strap (Right Muffler)

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