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Silencer, centre, 4WD, A20NFT

Silencer, centre, 4WD, A20NFT

To remove


1. Remove Complete exhaust system, A20NFT/LHU .

2. Cut the exhaust pipes to dimension specifications, 70 mm (A). Cut the pipes at right-angles. Use 83 95 667 Pipe cutter/exhaust system .



To fit


1. Clean the cut to remove burrs and dirt.

2. Grind rust off the silencer pipes using an emery cloth.

3. Fit the central rear silencer to the rear catalytic converter (A) and fit the bracket (B).


4. Fit the rear silencers with the jointing clamps (A) (use mounting paste) (turn the clamp openings to the front and the nuts down) and new rubber mountings (B).


5. Fit the anti-roll bar.

Tightening torque 30 Nm (23 lbf ft)

6. Adjust the central and rear silencers so that that they are suspended neutrally. The central silencer must hang parallel to the anti-roll bar.

7. If the tail pipes are visible: Check that the tail pipes are in the centre of the recess in the bumper and that they are connected to the bumper profile.

8. Tighten the nuts on the clamps.

Tightening torque 40 Nm (30 lbf ft).

9. Tighten the clamp between the rear catalytic converter and the exhaust system.

Tightening torque 40 Nm (30 lbf ft).

10. Lower the car.

11. Connect an exhaust hose and start the engine. Check the exhaust system for leaks.