Installing Tailpipe Cover

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Information

Observe specified dimensions for installation position with respect to rear apron.

Grease sliding bases and silencer supports lightly with Optimoly HT (Part No. 000.043.004.00).
Slide tailpipe cover with new ball clamp onto the tailpipe.
Align tailpipe cover with respect to rear apron.
Overview:

Fig 1: Identifying Tailpipe Covers
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1. Gap with respect to outer part of rear apron: → Gap dimension: 24 mm
2. Gap with respect to top of rear apron: → Gap dimension: 29 mm
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Tailpipe Cover Gap (Carrera)
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1. Gap with respect to outer part of rear apron: → Gap dimension: 23 mm
2. Gap with respect to top of rear apron: → Gap dimension: 27 mm
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Tailpipe Cover Gap (Carrera S)
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Information

If the engine mountings (hydraulic mounts) are to be replaced, the gap dimension to be set with respect to the upper rear apron is reduced by 1.5 mm because of the settling behavior of the mountings
Secure ball clamp for tailpipe cover. → Torque: 30 Nm (22 ft. lb.)