Exhaust System: Service and Repair

18 00 020 - Removing and installing complete exhaust system (N62, N62TU)





Special tools required:
- 31 2 220 31 2 220 Support Plate





Warning!
Scalding hazard!

Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.





Support exhaust system with special tool 31 2 220 31 2 220 Support Plate.

Note:
Weight of exhaust system is approx. 40 kg.





Release flanged nuts on both exhaust manifolds with integrated catalytic converter.

Installation Note:
Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque, 18 31 3AZ





Release nuts.

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 18 20 1AZ.





Release screws.

Remove reinforcement plate.

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 51 61 7AZ [1][2]Specifications.





Warning!
Risk of injury!

Removal of the exhaust system must be carried out with the assistance of a second person.

Note:
Weight of exhaust system is approx. 40 kg.





Detach rubber element from holder.





Release nut.

Remove holder of rear muffler.

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 18 20 3AZ.





Release nut.

Remove holder on tailpipe.

Detach hose from vacuum unit.

Carefully lower exhaust system.