Removing and installing front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter (right-side) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A8 D2 (4D)

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• The flexible joint (de-coupling element) in the front exhaust pipe must not be bent more than 10° – otherwise it can be damaged.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Take off engine cover panel (arrows).
2. Remove air intake pipe (arrows) between air cleaner and throttle valve unit.
3. Unplug connector for Lambda probe (right-side) (arrow) and move wiring clear.
4. Take off right wheel.
5. Slacken upper bolt securing exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe (accessible through track rod aperture).

6. Slacken lower bolts (arrows) securing exhaust manifold to front exhaust pipe.
7. Unbolt exhaust pipe from mounting bracket (arrow).
8. Slacken double clamp (2) and push towards the front.
9. Carefully remove exhaust pipe together with catalytic converter. [Note: The flexible joint (de-coupling element) in the front exhaust pipe must not be bent more than 10° – otherwise it can be damaged.]
10. Align the exhaust system so it is free of stress .

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