E 320 Sedan (211.065) V6-3.2L (112.949) (2004)
Muffler: Removal and Replacement
AR49.10-P-4945TB Replace Center Muffler
Replace center muffler
Remove
DANGER:
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Risk of death. Death may result if vehicle slips or topples from the lifting platform.
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Align vehicle between the columns of the hydraulic hoist and position the four support plates below the hoist support points specified by
the vehicle manufacturer.
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Risk of injury to skin and eyes from handling hot or glowing objects.
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Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.
CAUTION: Read notes on self-locking nuts and bolts.
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Raise vehicle.
2
Unscrew nut (11/7) and remove bracket (11/8)
3
Slacken clamps (9c) and dismount left rear muffler (9a) from center muffler (10)
4
Disconnect left and right flange connection (12a, 12b) of center muffler (10) at three way catalytic converters (158/1, 158/2)
5
Unhinge center muffler (10) with right rear muffler (9b) from exhaust rubber mounts (9/1, 9/2).
NOTE: Use lubricant.
6
Remove center muffler (10) with right rear muffler (9b)
Inspect
7
Check exhaust rubber mounts (9/1, 9/2) and sealing rings (21 a, 21 b) for wear and damage
Install
8
Hang right rear muffler (9b) with center muffler (10) into exhaust rubber mounts (9/1, 9/2)
NOTE: Use lubricant.
9
Loosely screw down left and right flange connection (12a, 12b)of center muffler (10) with three way catalytic converters (158/1, 158/2)