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Slowly lower transmission and subframe to dimension - a - using Engine/Transmission Jack V.A.G 1383 A .
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Dimension - a - = 50 mm

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Remove bolt - 1 - at right bracket for front exhaust pipe.

NOTE:  Ignore - 2 - .

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Remove front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter.

Installing

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

NOTE:

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Replace gaskets, O-rings and self-locking nuts.

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Secure all hose connections using hose clamps appropriate for the model type.

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During installation, all cable ties must be re-installed at the same location.

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Electrical wire of oxygen sensor must always be secured in the same position when installing so that contact with the exhaust pipe is avoided.

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Install subframe.

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Align exhaust system free of tension.

NOTE:  Individual components of exhaust system mounting .

Torque specifications

Front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter 
to exhaust manifold

27 Nm 1) 2)

Mounting strap to front exhaust pipe

25 Nm

Heat shield for drive shaft to transmission

25 Nm

Hose clamps 9 mm wide

3 Nm

1) Replace nuts.
2) Grease with hot bolt paste;

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