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Removing and installing starter catalytic converter with exhaust pipe — VW

Removing and installing starter catalytic converter with exhaust pipe on VW: 13 steps, engines BGH, BGJ.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

13 steps 2 engine codes

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Phaeton (3D)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove intake air duct to throttle valve module J338.
  2. Move Lambda probe cables clear.
  3. Remove securing nut for exhaust manifold/starter catalytic converter, accessible from above.
  4. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Noise insulation.
  5. Remove catalytic converter with front silencer.
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  1. Unscrew cross piece (A) below gearbox.
  2. Unscrew exhaust pipe from mounting.
  3. Unscrew remaining securing nuts for exhaust manifold/starter catalytic converter.
  4. Remove starter catalytic converter with exhaust pipe and Lambda probes.
  5. Fit starter catalytic converter with exhaust pipe and Lambda probes screwed in.
  6. Fit securing nuts for exhaust manifold/starter catalytic converter.
  7. Align exhaust pipe .
  8. Tighten exhaust pipe, specified torques .

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.