Change Car Rear Silencer Renault Master
Change Car Rear Silencer
| Estimated time | 1h00–1h30 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~100–150£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
Master II 1998-2003 10
Master II 2002-2011 9
Master III 2010-2024 44
|
| Remove/refit the silencer | 1h00–1h30 |
| Renew the silencer | 1h00–1h30 |
| Repair the silencer* | 1h30 |
| Remove/refit the front silencer | 0h30–0h45 |
| Renew the front silencer | 0h30–0h45 |
| Repair the front silencer | 0h30 |
| Align the front silencer | 0h30 |
| Repair the main silencer* | 1h30 |
| Align the main silencer* | 0h30 |
| Difficult main silencer removal* | 0h30 |
| Remove/refit the rear silencer | 0h45–1h30 |
| Renew the rear silencer | 0h45–1h30 |
| Repair the rear silencer | 0h30 |
| Weld a sheet-metal repair panel onto the rear silencer | 0h30 |
| Difficult rear silencer removal* | 0h30 |
| Weld a sheet-metal repair panel onto the rear silencer* | 0h30–0h45 |
| Repair the front silencer* | 1h30 |
| Align the front silencer* | 0h30 |
| Repair the main silencer | 0h30 |
| Remove/refit the main silencer | 1h00 |
| Renew the main silencer | 1h00 |
| Repair the rear silencer* | 1h30 |
What is a Renault Master rear silencer?
The rear silencer (also called the back box or rear muffler) reduces exhaust noise to an acceptable level. It is located at the end of the exhaust line, after the catalytic converter, particulate filter (if fitted), and sometimes an intermediate silencer.
When should you change the Renault Master rear silencer?
No periodic replacement interval is specified. Carry out regular visual inspections for corrosion, holes, and deteriorated mounting rubbers. Signs that replacement is needed: louder exhaust noise, rattling from loose baffles, visible rust holes, exhaust fumes entering the cabin, or failure at the MOT/roadworthiness test.
Is it difficult to change the Renault Master rear silencer?
Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but may require effort if bolts and clamps are rusted. Key steps: raise the vehicle, apply penetrating oil to clamp bolts, remove the clamp connecting the silencer to the intermediate pipe, remove the mounting rubber hangers, fit the new silencer with new gasket/clamp, reattach mounting rubbers, check for leaks with engine running.
3 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master II 1998-2003 | 1998-2003 | 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-772 (W7)), 1.9 DTi 80 Diesel (F9Q-770 (M7)), 2.2 dCi 85 Diesel (G9T-720 (C7)), 2.2 dCi 90 Diesel (G9T-722 (F7)), 2.5 dCi 115 Diesel (G9U-720), 2.5 dCi 115 Diesel (G9U-724), 2.5 Turbo D 80 Diesel (S8U-770), 2.5 Turbo D 80 Diesel (S8U-772), 2.8 DTi 115 Diese… | Diesel |
| Master II 2002-2011 | 2002-2011 | 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-774 (W7)), 2.5 dCi 100 Diesel (G9U-650 (A6)), 2.5 dCi 100 Diesel (G9U-754 (A7)), 2.5 dCi 115 Diesel (G9U-754 (A7)), 2.5 dCi 120 (B30) Diesel (G9U-650 (A6)), 2.5 dCi 120 Diesel (G9U-750 (A7)), 2.5 dCi 120 FAP Diesel (G9U-632 (B6)), 2.5 dCi 150 FAP Diesel (G… | Diesel |
| Master III 2010-2024 | 2010-2024 | 2.3 dCi 100 (FWD) Diesel (M9T-676), 2.3 dCi 100 (FWD) DPF Diesel (M9T-670 (A6)), 2.3 dCi 100 (FWD) DPF Diesel (M9T-870 (B8)), 2.3 dCi 100 (RWD) Diesel (M9T-692), 2.3 dCi 100 (RWD) DPF Diesel (M9T-690 (E6)), 2.3 dCi 100 (RWD) DPF Diesel (M9T-890 (F8)), 2.3 dCi 110 (FWD) Diesel (M… | Diesel |