AR49.10-P-7000SV Remove/Install Complete Exhaust System

Removing and installing exhaust system complete

Part 1:

Part 2:

1 Remove engine compartment paneling.
2 Separate plug connections (G3/5x1, G3/6x1) of sensors (downstream of TWC).

NOTE: Push the connectors out of the holders for this step.

3 Detach front exhaust system/catalytic converter at exhaust manifold.

CAUTION: Installation: Replace bolts (1).

- Inspect rivet nuts in exhaust manifold, replace if necessary.

4 Support exhaust system.
5 Detach bracket (2) of exhaust system at transmission.

NOTE: Slacken bolts (3) for this step.

6 Detach bracket (2) at front exhaust system/right and left catalytic converter.

CAUTION: Installation:
- Check tapping plates (4), replace if necessary.
- Replace nuts (5).

7 Push together bracket (2)
8 Remove left rear stiffener strut (6)
9 Detach ground lines (7, 8) at rear exhaust system

CAUTION: Installation: Check ground lines, replace if necessary.

10 Detach bracket (9) of exhaust system at underfloor.
11 Release rubber mounts (11) of exhaust system at underfloor
12 Completely remove exhaust system.

CAUTION: Installation:
- Check bracket (9) and rubber mount (10,11) replace if necessary.
- Install exhaust system free of stress.

13 Install in the reverse order.