AKRAPOVIC Sound Kit for Cupra Formentor VZ5 Instruction Manual

AKRAPOVIC Sound Kit for Cupra Formentor VZ5

Congratulations on purchasing the Akrapovic Sound Kit for Cupra Formentor (Type VZ5). This product is made by Akrapovic d.d., Malo Hudo 8a, 1295 Ivancna Gorica, Slovenia. Please read the entire installation manual carefully before installing and using the product. If you have any questions regarding the installation and/or proper use of the product or this manual, please contact your local Akrapovic partner.

General Information

• Your safety is the number one priority. Please drive responsibly, safely and always obey local traffic rules.
• The product may only be used in accordance with relevant laws and regulations, including state and federal, where applicable.
• Damage caused by improper installation, use, and maintenance of the product is not covered by the Akrapovic warranty.
• Technical specifications of Akrapovic products are subject to change without notice.

Warnings

Because of the worldwide distribution of Akrapovic products, neither Akrapovic nor any of its subsidiaries make any representation that the products comply with the air and/or noise emissions laws or labeling laws of any jurisdiction. The purchasers are entirely responsible for informing themselves of the applicable laws where the products are to be used and to comply with those law. This product is ABE Type-Approved (German National Type-Approval). In countries where ABE Type-Approval is not accepted, use of the product may affect your vehicle’s certification. Please make sure the product is used in line with all local regulations.

Installation Instructions

Please follow the instructions carefully when installing the Akrapovic Sound Kit for Cupra Formentor (Type VZ5).

1. Before removing the stock parts and beginning the installation of your new Akrapovic product, please make sure that all items listed in the installation manual are verified.
2. Photographs and other illustrations in this manual are symbolic and are intended to help represent individual steps for proper installation and use, as well as for a general overview. The actual component parts of the Akrapovic product may not entirely correspond to the photographs and other illustrations.
3. If you have any questions or concerns during the installation process, please contact your local Akrapovic partner for assistance.

Introduction

Please read this entire installation manual carefully prior to installing and using the Akrapovič product. Akrapovič product should only be installed by persons skilled in vehicle parts installation and performance. The instructions provided in this manual should be followed to ensure proper installation and safe use of the Akrapovič product. Akrapovič and/or its partners shall not be held liable for any damage or personal injury (including direct, indirect, or consequential damage) sustained as a result of improper installation of the Akrapovič product or its use and maintenance contrary to the instructions and warnings contained herein. If you have any questions regarding the installation and/or proper use of the Akrapovič product or this manual, please contact your local Akrapovič partner. For more information on the Akrapovič products, see the official Akrapovič website at: http://www.akrapovic.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

Your safety is our number one priority. Please drive responsibly, safely and always obey local traffic rules. All statements made with regard to the product’s compliance are made in respect of the product “as is”. Any modifications of the Akrapovič product or its improper installation, use or maintenance that is not in accordance with this Installation manual, may result in severe damage to the product, vehicle and/or engine, as well as personal injury, and may affect the product’s compliance with the legal requirements, such as product’s air and/or noise emissions (as an example, the vehicle may not be suitable for use on public roads any longer), as well as warranty coverage. The product may only be used in accordance with relevant laws and regulations, including state and federal, where applicable.Damage caused by improper installation, use and maintenance of the Akrapovič product is not covered by the Akrapovič warranty. Please refer to the enclosed warranty with regard to the terms of our warranty. Technical specifications of Akrapovič products are subject to change without notice.

COPYRIGHT AND OTHER RIGHTS NOTICE

The Akrapovič trademark, including corporate logos and emblems, are subject to copyright as well as trademark rights of Akrapovič, its licensors, or third persons authorizing Akrapovič to use them. Any reproduction, technical or other manipulation, translation, or other use of the copyright and/or trademark rights contained herein is prohibited without the explicit prior written consent of Akrapovič. The same especially applies to the entire contents of this manual and/or any of its parts, including but not limited to technical specifications, instructions, graphs, photographs, and so on included in this manual. The shape of the Akrapovič products is protected under a registered Community Design No.RCD 015000938- 0001. Akrapovič takes all copyright and other rights infringement cases under serious consideration. If you have any reason to believe that your product is not an original Akrapovič product, please contact our local partners or Akrapovič at info@akrapovic.com.

SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE WARNING, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

BEFORE REMOVING THE STOCK PARTS AND BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT ALL ITEMS LISTED BELOW ARE VERIFIED:

• This manual is specific to the product’s application on the vehicle indicated on the cover page, for which it is designed. Installation procedures vary depending on the type of vehicle. Please verify that the Akrapovič product and this installation manual correspond to the type of your vehicle.
• Make sure the vehicle is securely positioned to prevent damage to yourself and others, the vehicle or other items.
• Please check the parts you received against the parts list available on our website (please use the QR code on the front page or look for “schematic view” in the respective product page on www.akrapovic.com). Make sure that you have all the parts necessary for the installation of your new Akrapovič product. If any of the parts is missing, please do not proceed with uninstalling your stock parts/installing the Akrapovič product and contact the retailer where you purchased the Akrapovič product.
• Every product or assembly has its unique serial number, which identifies the authenticity of the product. You can find the serial number on the product. Please verify that your product is an original Akrapovič product. If you have any doubts, please contact the reseller where you purchased the product or Akrapovič partners. This manual, any certificates and Akrapovič warranty apply to original products only.

GENERAL NOTE

Photographs and other illustrations in this manual are symbolic and are intended to help represent individual steps for proper installation and use, as well as for a general overview. The actual component parts of the Akrapovič product may not entirely correspond to the photographs and other illustrations.

WARNINGS

General warning
Because of the world-wide distribution of Akrapovič d.d. products, neither Akrapovič d.d. nor any of its subsidiaries make any representation that the products comply with the air and/or noise emissions laws, or labeling laws, of any jurisdiction. The purchasers are entirely responsible for informing themselves of the applicable laws where the products are to be used and to comply with those law. Although legal compliance of Akrapovič products in a specific country should be determined by the user, you can find some basic guidance on compliance of your Akrapovič product with various legal requirements on the product-related part of our website (please use the QR code on the front page or look for the respective product page on www.akrapovic.com). For type approvals, please refer to the certificate enclosed to your product. This product is ABE Type-Approved (German National Type-Approval). In countries where ABE Type- Approval is not accepted, use of the product may affect your vehicle’s certification. Please make sure the product is used in line with all local regulations. The use of the product may affect your vehicle’s warranty or other guarantees or warranties and Akrapovič shall not assume any liability or responsibility in this respect. Please consider any limitations of the warranties or other guarantees accordingly and consult the appropriate documents or contact the seller of the vehicle for more information.

USA WARNING

Various U.S. states and the U.S. federal government have individual laws regulating the use of aftermarket parts and systems, especially as those parts and systems modify, remove, or replace original equipment. Please consult the appropriate laws in your area before installing any aftermarket part or system on your vehicle to ensure compliance with all applicable laws. Neither Akrapovic d.d. nor any of their subsidiaries or the sellers of the parts or systems make any representation that any of their parts or systems comply with any such laws.

SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used throughout these installation instructions:

• TOOLS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• LUBRICATION

• INSTALLATION TIP

• TIGHTENING TORQUE

• HAND TIGHTEN

• CAUTION OR IMPORTANT

• USE BOLT SEALANT
  Apply 3 to 4 small drops of bolt sealant onto the cleaned and degreased threads before tightening the bolts. WARNING! Avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Do not inhale fumes. Keep out of reach of children.

• USE ANTI-SEIZE LEAD-FREE COPPER PASTE (black tube)
  Provides trouble-free and long-lasting protection against seizing, corrosion and rusting of bolts, threaded ends, nuts, joints, etc. Also protects against vibration, wear and impact. WARNING! Avoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children.

• USE ANTI-SEIZING GREASE (white tube)
  Prevents seizing, corrosion and excessive wear between the titanium components.

WARNING! Avoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children.

Tools & equipment

• mechanic gloves
• eye protection
• Cutting nippers

PARTS LIST

The packaging box should contain one or more of the following items:

• Akrapovič product
• Homologation certificate/ compliance documents if applicable
• Warranty
• Fitting material
• Installation Manual

Detailed list of parts can be found on the Akrapovič website (please use the QR code on the front pageor look for “Schematic view” in the respective product page on www.akrapovic.com).

IMPORTANT: the vehicle should be turned off (in the off position) throughout the dismounting and installation process, as well as any other work done on, or with respect to the Akrapovič product!

REMOVAL OF VEHICLE’S STOCK PARTS

The process of uninstalling the original or other parts may vary depending on the existing vehicle parts. Please follow the original vehicle or part manufacturer’s workshop manual for uninstalling the original parts. If you for any reason decide otherwise, please note that any information provided in this respect herein should be considered as general information provided for your convenience only. Akrapovič shall not assume any liability or responsibility with regard to uninstalling your existing parts, warranty coverage of such parts, vehicle or their further fitness for use. In case the Akrapovič products may not be used on certain roads or under certain conditions, please keep the stock (or other) parts that you can use in such circumstances legally.

INSTALLATION OF AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT

It is necessary that installation of Akrapovič products is done professionally by well equipped automotive workshop. If you for any reason decide otherwise, please note, that this could have impact on the vehicle and part performance or warranty in the event that the vehicle or part is damaged due to unprofessional installation. At the same time, unprofessional installation of Akrapovič product, may cause damage to others and the product may not fulfill its purpose. Akrapovič shall not assume any liability or responsibility with regard to the installation of the product.

INSTALLATION OF THE AKRAPOVIČ SOUND KIT

1. Open the right door, carefully remove the marked entrance trim, dashboard trim and move the carpet out of the way to get access to Akrapovič Control Kit; check the Akrapovič Evolution Line exhaust system installation manual for details (F 01).
   CAUTION: make sure not to injure yourself or damage any part of the vehicle during this process!

2. The Sound Kit components (F 02):

• Sound Kit receiver

• Remote Controller

• Connect the Sound Kit receiver to the Controller TNG unit (F 03).

CAUTION: make sure not to damage the Sound Kit, Control Kit or any part of the vehicle during this process!

• Attach the Sound Kit receiver as shown, using tie wraps from Akrapovič installation kit (F 04).

CAUTION: make sure not to damage any part of the vehicle during this process!

• Secure the harness as shown, using tie wraps from Akrapovič installation kit (F 05).

CAUTION: make sure not to damage the Sound Kit, Control Kit or any part of the vehicle during this process!

• Reassemble the carpet and trim in reverse order; check vehicle manufacturer manual for correct procedures (F 06).

IMPORTANT: check the User Manual provided in the installation kit for correct Remote Controller usage!

FINAL INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: reinstall the dismounted or partially removed stock parts; check vehicle manufacturer workshop manual for correct procedures and tightening torques.
IMPORTANT: make sure all the nuts and bolts are sufficiently tightened. In case the Akrapovič product touches the cowling or other parts, repeat the adjustment of the product or contact your authorized dealer.
IMPORTANT: clean all Akrapovič product’s surfaces before the first start of the engine or the stains will burn onto the surfaces!

MAINTENANCE OF THE AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT

Clean all Akrapovič product’s surfaces. Cleaning will prevent spots from burning onto the surface. Do not use aggressive chemical cleaners, because they can damage the surface

• Titanium surfaces (titanium muffler’s outer sleeve, titanium pipes etc): use a soft cloth sprayed with a multi-purpose spray lubricant (WD-40® or equivalent)*, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
• Carbon-fiber surfaces (carbon-fiber outlet cap, carbon-fiber muffler’s outer sleeve, carbon-fiber bracket etc): use a soft dry cloth sprayed with all purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
• Painted surfaces (painted outlet cap, painted muffler’s outer sleeve, painted bracket etc): use a soft cloth sprayed with all purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
• Chrome plated surfaces (chrome plated outlet cap, chrome plated muffler’s outer sleeve etc): use a soft cloth sprayed with all purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
• Stainless steel surfaces (stainless steel muffler’s outer sleeve, stainless steel pipes etc): use a soft cloth sprayed with a contact cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
• WD-40® is a trademark of the WD-40 Company.

Periodically check if all the Akrapovič product’s nuts and bolts are sufficiently tightened.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE WHEEL CLEANERS OR ANY CLEANING PRODUCTS WHICH CONTAIN ACIDIC ADDITIVES TO CLEAN THE AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT.
IMPORTANT: WE RECOMMEND HIGH CAUTION WHEN USING POWER / PRESSURE WASHER FOR CLEANING PAINTED / LACQUERED SURFACES OF THE AKRAPOVIČ COMPONENTS, TO AVOID PAINT / LACQUER DAMAGE.

IMPORTANT: SOME OF THE AKRAPOVIČ CARBON FIBER COMPONENTS ARE ADDITIONALLY PROTECTED AGAINST ROCK CHIPS WITH CLEAR LACQUER OR PROTECTION FILM. IN SUCH CASE THE PROTECTION FILM IS AVAILABLE AS SPARE PART BY AKRAPOVIČ COMPANY. THE PROTECTION FILM IS NOT THE SUBJECT OF THE AKRAPOVIČ WARRANTY.

IMPORTANT: ALL AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCTS ARE DEVELOPED AND DESIGNED TO BE USED ON SPECIFIC VEHICLES, FOR THEIR ENTIRE EXPECTED LIFETIME. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT END-OF-LIFE AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT IS DISASSEMBLED TO COMPONENTS SHOWN IN THE PRODUCT’S SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM AVAILABLE ON THE AKRAPOVIČ WEBSITE AND EACH COMPONENT SCRAPPED RESPONSIBLY AND ACCORDING TO APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS. AKRAPOVIČ DOES NOT ASSUME ANY OBLIGATION OR RESPONSIBILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE SCRAPPING PROCESS OR PROVIDING INFORMATION RELATED THERETO.

CAUTION: THIS MANUAL IS SPECIFIC TO THE CUPRA FORMENTOR VZ5. THERE MAY BE SOME DIFFERENCES IN INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR OTHER MODELS.

TROUBLESHOOTING

(Remote Controller)

TROUBLESHOOTING (Controller TNG)

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References

• Akrapovič | World Championship-Winning Exhaust System Technology

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