Installing Exhaust System

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Slide new exhaust clamps onto the exhaust pipes. The threaded joint must be pointing downwards.
Position the exhaust system under the vehicle using a transmission jack. Do not install too tightly.

Fig 1: Securing Exhaust System Using Transmission Jack
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Tighten the fastening screws on the rear silencer -3 and 4- . → Tightening torque: 23 Nm (17 ft lbs. )

Fig 2: Identifying V6 Exhaust System
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Tighten the front holder -2- . → Tightening torque: 23 Nm (17 ft lbs. )
Move new exhaust clamps into installation position and fit them. The threaded joint must be pointing downwards. Adjust to maximum inclination and ensure the assembly length is the same on both exhaust pipes. → Adjustment value: 10° → Tightening torque: 23 Nm (17 ft lbs. )

Fig 3: Identifying Installation Position Of Exhaust Clamp
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1. Gap of approx. 5 mm between the exhaust pipes
2. Exhaust clamp length = 95 mm
3. Maximum inclination → Adjustment value: 10°