Removing and installing rear silencer — VW

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Observe safety precautions when working on the high-voltage system (see the separate procedure).
2. Disconnect electrical connector (1).
3. Unscrew bolts (2).
4. Remove engine compartment cooling fan V116(3).
5. Remove service flap for luggage compartment General body repairs, exterior 66. Mouldings/trims/extensions.

6. Disconnect electrical connector (1).
7. Remove wiring harness (2) from retainer, and place it to one side.
8. Remove clamp (3).
9. Remove nuts (2).
10. Remove bolts (1).
11. Loosen clamp (1) for exhaust pipe.
12. Remove nuts (2 and 3).
13. Remove rear silencer (4) through service flap in luggage compartment.
14. Align exhaust pipe relative to underbody, and tighten clamp.
15. Re-energise high-voltage system 93Re-energising high-voltage system.

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