A6 V6-3.0L (AVK) (2004)
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Remove nuts -1- and -3- which are accessible from bottom for front exhaust pipe/exhaust manifold.
NOTE: Illustration is shown with engine removed.
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Remove front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter.
Installing
Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following:
NOTE:
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All cable ties opened or cut during engine removal must be reinstalled at the same locations during installation.
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Replace gaskets and self-locking nuts.
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Install transmission mounts and supports.
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Install subframe.
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Installing driveshaft.
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Install exhaust system free of stress.
NOTE: Individual mounting components for exhaust system to transmission on vehicles with Front Wheel Drive (FWD), See Fig. 3 up to Fig. 6.
Fig. 3 Individual left mounting components for vehicles with manual transmission
1
Bolt (25 Nm)
2
Spacer sleeve
3
Strap
4
Buffer
5
Washer
6
Bolt (25 Nm)
7
Washer
8
Compression spring
9
Spacer sleeve
10
Self-locking nut (25 Nm)
Fig. 4 Individual right mounting components for vehicles with manual transmission