Exhaust System: Service and Repair

18 00 020 Removing and installing complete exhaust system (N55)

Special tools required:





Warning!
Risk of burning!
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.
Danger of injury!
Removal of the exhaust system must be carried out with the assistance of a second person.





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





Release clamp (1).

Tightening torque 18 31 1AZ.





Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 2AZ.





Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 3AZ.





Pull off vacuum line (1).

Picture shows the right-hand side; the procedure for the left side-hand is identical.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque 18 31 4AZ.

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





Installation Note:
Check rubber mount for damage.

If necessary, replace damaged rubber mounts.

Check exhaust system for leak tightness.