Exhaust System: Description and Operation

Exhaust Pipes/Mufflers

• After exhaust system repairs, make sure the exhaust system is not under stress and is far enough from the body. If necessary, loosen the clamping sleeve(s) and align the muffler and exhaust pipe so that there is adequate distance to the body and that the weight is evenly distributed among the suspended mounts.

• The coupling element in the front exhaust pipe must not be bent more than 10°, otherwise it may be damaged.

• Replace gaskets and self-locking nuts.

• The exhaust manifold and the turbocharger are one component, removing and installing. Refer to => [ Turbocharger ] Turbocharger.

• It is not necessary to separate the exhaust system in order to remove it because it runs under the rear subframe.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Ring Spanner 7-Piece Set (3337)

• Torque Wrench (5-50 Nm) (V.A.G 1331)

• Body Repair Saw (V.A.G 1523 A)

• Chain Pipe Cutter (VAS 6254)