Exhaust Rear Silencer Replacement - without 1.6L LLU (Engine Exhaust)
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- Vauxhall
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- Astra J
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EngineExhaust Rear Silencer Replacement - without 1.6L LLU
Exhaust Rear Muffler Replacement (without 1.6L LLU)Special ToolsCH-6614 Chain-Type Pipe CutterFor equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools . Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to
Exhaust Service Warning . |
| 1. | Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . |
| 2. | Remove the 2 exhaust rear muffler hanger insulators (3) from the exhaust rear muffler (4). |
| 3. | Remove the exhaust rear muffler end pipe bracket bolt (1) from the exhaust rear muffler end pipe bracket (2) |
| 4. | Remove the exhaust rear muffler end pipe bracket (2). |
| 5. | Place the exhaust system onto the rear axle. |
| 6. | Note the dent marks (1) around the exhaust pipe, if available. |
| 7. | If no markings are available, measure and mark the cut position as shown in the graphic. |
Note: Use a suitable flat steel bar (2) or equivalent tool to measure the cut position I and II with a rule (1). |
Note: A second technician is required. |
| • | Cut position for 1.4L LDD; I= 143 mm; II= 142 mm |
| • | Cut position for 1.4L LUJ; I= 141 mm; II= 145 mm |
| • | Cut position for 1.6L LDE; I= 140 mm; II= 144 mm |
| • | Cut position for 1.3L Diesel; I= 139 mm; II= 144 mm |
| • | Cut position for 1.7L Diesel; I= 140 mm; II= 147 mm |
| • | Cut position for 2.0L Diesel; I= 142 mm; II= 149 mm |
| 8. | Support the intermediate pipe. |
| 9. | Cut the exhaust rear silencer (4) with CH-6614 cutter (2) at the marked position (3). |
| 10. | Remove the exhaust rear muffler end pipe. |
| 11. | Cut the exhaust rear muffler (4) at the marked position (1). |
| 12. | Remove the exhaust rear muffler. |
Installation Procedure
| 1. | In case of reuse of the exhaust parts, check the exhaust pipes at the separating sets for the following conditions: |
| • | Roundness of the exhaust pipe, any deformation in the area of the double-clamp must be eliminated. |
| • | Burrs inside and outside the exhaust pipe at the cutting edge, use a rasp to eliminate. |
| • | Rust at the exhaust pipe outside, use sandpaper to eliminate. |
Note: A second technician is required. |
| 2. | Install the exhaust rear muffler (6) at the 2 exhaust rear muffler hanger insulators (5). |
| 3. | Install the exhaust pipe clamp (1) and loosely tighten. |
| 4. | Install the exhaust rear muffler end pipe. |
| 5. | Install the exhaust rear muffler end pipe bracket (3) to the exhaust rear muffler end pipe. |
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution . |
| 6. | Install the exhaust rear muffler end pipe bracket bolt (4) to the exhaust rear muffler end pipe bracket (3) and tighten to 22 N·m (16 lb ft) . |
| 7. | Install the exhaust pipe clamp (2) and loosely tighten. |
| 8. | Position the exhaust rear muffler. |
| 9. | Tighten the exhaust pipe clamps (1) to 30 N·m (22 lb ft) . |
| 10. | Position the exhaust rear muffler end pipe. |
| 11. | Tighten the exhaust pipe clamp (2) to 30 N·m (22 lb ft) . |
| 12. | Lower the vehicle. |
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