64 12 089 Removing and installing or replacing silencer

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERBODY PROTECTION

NOTE: Graphic similar.

Release screws (1).

Remove left underbody cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Lower Left Cover Screws

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Unfasten screw (1)

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Left Cover Screws

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For purposes of clarity, picture shows component removed.

Release nut (1) and bolt (2).

Remove muffler/silencer (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Muffler/Silencer

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Replacement:

Remove EXHAUST PIPE