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Removal & Installation

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WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform these tasks after exhaust system has cooled down.
NOTE: Rubber mounts are colored differently.

Mixing up the rubber mounts will alter the vibration response of the exhaust system.

Support exhaust system at intermediate muffler with special tool 31 2 220.

Fig 1: Supporting Exhaust System At Intermediate Muffler With Special Tool
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Clip cover (1) out of retainers (2).

Fig 2: Removing Retainer Cover
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Press cover (1) downwards.

Release screws (2) on rubber mount for rear muffler on left and right.

Fig 3: Releasing Screws On Rubber Mount For Rear Muffler On Left And Right
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Detach rubber mount (1) from holder (2).

Fig 4: Detaching Rubber Mount From Holder
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Release screws (1) on rubber mount for rear muffler on rear axle carrier on left and right.

Detach rubber mount from holder.

Replace rubber mounts on rear muffler.

NOTE: Rubber mount for rear muffler on rear axle carrier is red.

Mixing up the rubber mounts will alter the vibration response of the exhaust system.

Fig 5: Releasing Screws On Rubber Mount For Rear Muffler On Rear Axle Carrier On Left And Right
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Release screws (1) of rubber mounts for intermediate muffler.

Detach rubber mount from holder.

Replace rubber mounts on intermediate muffler.

Fig 6: Releasing Screws Of Rubber Mounts For Intermediate Muffler
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Release screws (3) on rubber mount.

Detach rubber mount from holder.

Replace rubber mounts on exhaust pipe.

Fig 7: Releasing Screws On Rubber Mount
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