Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing front exhaust pipe Removing –  Remove engine cover/air filter → Chapter.

–  Disconnect connector for Lambda probe -G39--arrow- and lay cable aside.

–  Unscrew securing nuts -arrows- from front exhaust pipe/turbocharger.

–  Unscrew nuts -arrows- and pull underbody cover down slightly.

–  Disconnect connector for Lambda probe after catalytic converter -G130--arrow- and lay cable aside.

–  Unbolt bracket for exhaust system -arrows-.

–  Remove cross member for underbody -arrows-.   Caution Avoid damage to flexible joints. Do not bend flexible joint in front exhaust pipe more than 10°. –  Loosen clamp -1- and push to rear. –  Detach front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter. Installing Install in reverse order. In the process, note the following: t  Coat studs of turbocharger with high-temperature paste -G 052 112 A3-. t  Renew seals, gaskets and self-locking nuts. t  Aligning exhaust system free of stress → Chapter. Specified torques

Component		Nm
Front exhaust pipe to turbocharger		40
Tunnel cross-piece to body		25
Mounting to subframe		23
Clamp		23