Rear Muffler, Convertible: Installing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
A 2nd technician is required to tighten the rear clamping sleeve (repair - clamping sleeve).
-- Secure the front muffler in the mounts. The front clamp remains loosely connected to pipes.
-- Align the rear muffler horizontally and hold it in this position.
-- Position the clamping sleeves with both outer markings and tighten them to 23 Nm.
-- Align the exhaust system free of tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .
-- Install the subframe crossbrace. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION