Muffler, Removing And Installing, AUDI A4/A5: Removing
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-- If equipped: remove the left and right diagonal brace. Refer to OVERVIEW - UNDERBODY BRACING .
-- Remove the tunnel brace. Refer to OVERVIEW - UNDERBODY BRACING .
-- Loosen the clamping sleeve -arrows- and push toward the rear.
CAUTION:
Risk of damaging the coupling due to improper handling.
- Coupling must not be bent more than 10°.
- Do not load the coupling on the cable.
-- Slightly lower the front muffler and remove the clamping sleeve.
-- Tie up the front muffler.
CAUTION:
Risk of accident due to the heavy weight of the muffler.
- A second technician is required for the following work steps.
-- Disengage the mounting -2- from the exhaust system.
-- Remove the bolts -3- and remove the muffler -1-.