Exhaust Pipes/Mufflers, Disconnecting: Procedure

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-- Cut the rear muffler on the marking -arrow 2- at a right angle.

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-- When installing, position the clamping sleeve in the center with the same distance -dimension a- to the side markings -arrows-.

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-- The distance -a- is approximately 5 mm.

-- Install the rear clamping sleeve.

-- Pay attention to the clamping sleeve installation position. Refer to CLAMPING SLEEVE INSTALLATION POSITION .

-- Install the exhaust system without tension. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING WITHOUT TENSION .