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Installing Exhaust System

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Always check the installation dimensions (danger of noise, component collisions). 

  1. Push new exhaust clamps (clamping sleeves) onto exhaust pipes. The threaded joint must be pointing downwards.
  2. If you have not already done so, position the exhaust system on a transmission jack and secure using a tension strap. -arrows- 
    Fig 1: Locating Tension Strap
    G09805975Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  3. Position the exhaust system under the vehicle using a transmission jack. Do not install too tightly.
    1. 3.1. When installing the exhaust system, carefully push rear silencers together and guide them into the rear apron. Carefully raise the transmission jack while doing so. Get a second mechanic to help if necessary.
  4. Screw in and tighten fastening screws on holders -2 and 4-  . Tightening torque 23 Nm (17 ftlb.) 
    1. Clamping sleeves
    2. Centre holder
    3. Connecting strut between rear silencers
    4. Rear holder
      5. Fig 2: Exhaust System Components (Tailpipe Covers Not Shown)
      G09805965Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  5. The threaded joint on the exhaust clamps must be pointing downwards. Adjust to maximum inclination -3-  and ensure the assembly length is the same on both exhaust pipes. Tightening torque 23 Nm (17 ftlb.) Adjustment value 10° (7.5 ftlb.) 
    1. Gap of 0 - 5 mm between the exhaust pipe and catalytic converter outlet
    2. Length of exhaust clamp
    3. Maximum inclination
      4. Fig 3: Identifying Installation Position Of Exhaust Clamp
      G09805977Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    Information 

    Refer to the relevant repair instructions for tightening torques regarding parts belonging to the relevant body, transmission, chassis, electrical component groups.

  6. Install reinforcement plate -1-  on cardan tunnel.
    Fig 4: Removing Reinforcement
    G09805978Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  7. Fit struts -1-  on the underbody.
    Fig 5: Identifying Underbody Struts
    G09805979Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  8. Fit connecting strut between the rear silencers. Tightening torque 23 Nm (17 ftlb.) 
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