Exhaust manifold (left side), removing and installing: Removing

• Remove engine. See ENGINE, REMOVING .

NOTE:

• All cable ties which are opened or cut open on removal must be replaced in same position when installing.
• Any heat insulation sleeves which are taken off when removing must be re-attached in same position when installing.

• Place engine/transmission assembly on work bench or engine/transmission stand. Support/secure engine and transmission with pieces of squared timber.

WARNING: Engine/transmission assembly must be securely supported to avoid risk of accident.

• Unplug connectors for left oxygen sensors before and after catalytic converter.
• Move pipes and hoses clear.
• Unbolt left front exhaust pipe from turbocharger (arrows).
Fig 1: Removing Left Front Exhaust Pipe From Turbocharger
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• Remove bolt -1- and loosen bolt -2- a few turns. See Fig 2.
• Pull out guide tube -3- with oil dipstick.
Fig 2: Pulling Out Guide Tube With Oil Dipstick
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• Remove exhaust gas temperature sensor -3-. See Fig 3.
• Unscrew nuts -1-.

NOTE: Item -2- remains installed.

Fig 3: Removing Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor

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• Unscrew nuts -1- to -12- and remove left exhaust manifold.
Fig 4: Removing Left Exhaust Manifold
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