Intermediate pipeline (K9K engine) (Renault Duster 1)

Tightening torques: Exhaust manifold coupling bolts - 25 Nm.

Removal

Place the vehicle on a two-post lift.

Place a hydraulic jack under the intermediate pipe.

Cut the exhaust pipe using tool Mot. 1199-01 in the middle of the cutting area (4).

Remove the silent block (5) from the intermediate pipe using the tool (Mot. 1857).

Note: If the suspension cushion is damaged, it must be replaced.

Remove the intermediate pipe.

Installation

Install the intermediate pipe.

Install the exhaust pipe couplings.

Attention! Please note:

• the bolt with the coupling nut must be positioned vertically, with the nut down, to avoid contact with the body,
• the new part must be positioned so that the cutting zone marks are on the same line,
• the marks must be located on both sides of the coupling,
• do not use a used coupling.

(Original publication on the portal RENAULTBOOK)




Tighten the exhaust manifold coupling bolts to the specified torque (25 Nm).

Install the intermediate pipeline silent block.

Check:

• the presence and reliable fastening of all heat shields of the exhaust pipeline,
• no contact with the bottom of the car body.