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

NOTE: All cable ties which are released or cut open when removing must be installed in same position when installing.

• Remove engine. See ENGINE, REMOVING .
• Place a drip tray underneath.
• Drain engine oil.
• 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 right oxygen sensors before and after catalytic converter.
• Move pipes and hoses clear.
• Unbolt front right exhaust pipe from turbocharger (arrows).
Fig 1: Removing Front Right Exhaust Pipe From Turbocharger
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• Unscrew bolt (arrow) and detach oil return pipe from upper section of sump.
Fig 2: Detaching Oil Return Pipe From Upper Section Of Sump
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• Disconnect vacuum hose -2-. See Fig 3.
• Remove bolt -3-.
• Release hose clamp -4-.
• Remove exhaust gas temperature sensor -1-. See Fig 3.
• Unscrew nuts -5-.
Fig 3: Disconnecting Vacuum Hose & Removing EGR Temperature Sensor
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• Unthread bolt (arrow) and remove pressure line from turbocharger.

NOTE: Depicted in illustration with exhaust manifold removed.

Fig 4: Removing Pressure Line From Turbocharger

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• Unscrew nuts -1- to -12-.
  Fig 5: Identifying Right Side Exhaust Manifold Nuts

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• Detach heat shield above differential cover on transmission.
• Press turbocharger down slightly and remove exhaust manifold.