Exhaust System: Service and Repair

18 00 018 - Removing and installing complete exhaust system (S65)





Special tools required:
- 00 2 030 00 2 030 Universal Hydro-Lifter Basic Unit
- 31 2 220 31 2 220 Support Plate






Warning!
Danger of burning and other injuries!

Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

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.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- E93 only: Remove tension strut





Support exhaust system with special tools 31 2 220 31 2 220 Support Plate and 00 2 030 00 2 030 Universal Hydro-Lifter Basic Unit.

Disconnect all oxygen sensors.

The description refers only to one side of the two-flow exhaust system. The procedure is identical for both sides.





Release screws.

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 18 40 2AZ 18 40 Exhaust Manifold.





Release screws.





Release screws (1).

Remove reinforcement plate.

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





Release nuts.

Tightening torque 18 40 3AZ.





Unscrew nuts.

Remove grounding strap.





Release screws (1) on rear apron.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Lower exhaust system.





Installation Note:
Add final details to vehicle.

Check exhaust system for leaks.