Exhaust System: Service and Repair

18 00 020 Removing and installing complete exhaust system (N54)

Special tools required:





Warning!
Scalding hazard!
These tasks should only be carried out on an exhaust system that has cooled down.

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








Necessary preliminary tasks:
E91,E92,E93 only:

^ Remove tension strut on rear axle





Support exhaust system with jack and special tool 31 2 220 and secure against falling out.

Unscrew nuts.

Installation:





Replace self-locking nuts.

Replace seal.

Tightening torque 18 00 1AZ.





Release bolt and remove bracket (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 1AZ.





Release bolts along line and remove reinforcement plate (1).

Unscrew nuts.

Take off holder (1).





Tightening torque 18 00 4AZ.





Pull off hose.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 4AZ.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque 18 00 2AZ.

Lower and remove exhaust system with assistance of a second person.





Installation:
Check exhaust system for leaks.