Figure 12-5 - Coupling of the pipeline of the exhaust gas system: 1 - coupling; 2 - coupling bolt nut
If the exhaust system is one-piece, then on the pipeline of the exhaust system, mark with a marker the middle C between marks A and B of the cutting zone, as shown in Figure 12-6 (ruler).
Figure 12-6. Marking the cutting zone of the pipeline of the exhaust gas system: 1 - pipeline of the exhaust gas system; A, B - marks of the cutting zone; C - the middle between marks A and B (pipeline cutting site)
Cut the pipeline of the exhaust gas system using a pipe cutter in accordance with the markings in the middle between two marks 1, Figure 12-10, on the pipeline (chain pipe cutter type 60 11 00 01 f. "Stahlwille" or tool Mot. 1199-01).
Figure 12-10 - Cutting the pipeline of the exhaust gas system between the main and additional mufflers: 1 - cutting zone marks
Disconnect the main muffler bracket from the suspension cushion (cut suspension cushion if necessary), remove the main muffler and clutch (in the presence of). Clutch to be replaced (flat screwdriver, utility knife).
Remove burrs on parts of the exhaust pipe that will be reused on the vehicle (flat file).