Removing The Muffler

Fig 1: Identifying Joint Between Front And Center Mufflers

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Only applies at the first change when the joint between the front and center mufflers is missing. 

Remove: 

• the M10 nut for the clamp between the rear and center mufflers
• the 2 x nuts
• the rubber mountings
• the front and center mufflers
• the flange gasket.

Fig 2: Locating Clamp

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Applies to the second or later changes 

Remove: 

• the M10 nut for the clamp between the front and center muffler
• the 2 x nuts
• the muffler
• the flange gasket.

HINT: Tap carefully around the joint to crack any rust and soot deposits in the joint. Use a hammer. Remove both the center and front mufflers.