Rear Muffler, Removing And Installing, Multi-Link Suspension: Installing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
A second technician is required for tightening 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 rear clamping sleeve with both outer markings and tighten.
-- Align the exhaust system free of tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .
Cabriolet
-- Install the subframe crossbrace -3-. Refer to TENSION STRUTS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING (CONVERTIBLE) CROSSBRACERear Axle .