300Tdi Discovery
MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST SYSTEM
3
REPAIR
MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST SYSTEM - Tdi
Remove
1. Raise vehicle on a ramp [hoist].
2. Remove anti-roll[sway] bar bolts to chassis and
allow to swing down clear of axle.
See REAR
SUSPENSION, Repair, Anti-roll [sway] Bar
Assembly Rear
3. Remove exhaust support bracket behind
catalyst.
4. Disconnect exhaust at manifold.
5. Disconnect flange between rear and front
exhaust.
6. Fit axle stands in suitable place on chassis.
7. Allow hoist to lower until front suspension is fully
extended.
8. Manoeuvre front exhaust section fron
underneath vehicle.
9. Remove bolts securing three hanger brackets to
chassis. Lower rear exhaust assembly onto rear
axle. Detach rubbers from hanging brackets.
10. Place extended axle stands underneath chassis
in front of chassis mounted rear towing brackets.
11. Lower hoist until vehicle weight is supported
securely on stands.
12. Lower hoist until rear suspension is almost fully
extended.
13. Move rear exhaust to a diagonal position, centre
silencer to right of vehicle.
14. Facing rear of vehicle, twist assembly
anti-clockwise clear of rear axle.
15. Remove rear exhaust assembly from vehicle.
Refit
16. Position rear exhaust assembly over rear axle in
a diagonal position, as for removing.
17. Twist assembly clockwise until it is in mounting
position.
18. Reverse removal procedure instructions 1 to 15
using a new manifold gasket and applying
exhaust sealer to system joints.
19. Examine system for leaks, ensuring that system
does not foul under body components. Rectify if
necessary.
