Front exhaust pipe and catalytic converter with attachments for vehicles with all-wheel drive

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Fig 1: Identifying Front Exhaust Pipe And Catalytic Converter Components (AWD)

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1 - From turbocharger

2 - Gasket

Always replace

3 - 25 Nm

4 - Front exhaust pipe

Remove upward, if front drive shaft is installed.
Do this by removing engine cover, connecting hose for mass airflow sensor/intake manifold and EGR Vacuum Regulator Solenoid Valve N18

5 - Catalytic converter

6 - To front muffler

7 - Hex bolt