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Aligning exhaust system free of stress > < Removing and installing pre-exhaust pipe with diesel particle filter

Octavia Mk2

Replacing middle or rear part of the exhaust system
Replacing middle or rear part of the exhaust system
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Body saw, e.g. -V.A.G 1523 A- or chain pipe cutter, e.g. -VAS 6254-
t  Protective goggles
Procedure
t  For separating the middle or rear part of the exhaust system, a separation point is provided in the connecting pipe, which is marked with a recess.
  WARNING
In order to avoid injuries because of metal swarfs, wear safety goggles and safety clothing.
   
–  Separate exhaust pipe at right angles at the separation point -arrow 2- with a body saw.
–  When installing, position rear double clamp -4- at the side markings -arrow 1- and -arrow 3-.
–  Rotate the rear double clamp -4- in such a way that the ends of the screws are as far upwards as possible.
–  Align rear part of exhaust system horizontally and tighten rear double clamp to 23 Nm.
–  Align exhaust system free of stress → Chapter.
  S26-0147

Aligning exhaust system free of stress > < Removing and installing pre-exhaust pipe with diesel particle filter