Turbocharger Vacuum Diaphragm, Checking

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Hand Vacuum Pump VAS 6213

Test Conditions:

Hose from the exhaust turbocharger over wastegate bypass regulator valve -N75- must have continuity to vacuum diaphragm.
Wastegate bypass regulator valve OK.

Work Procedure:

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Cover, Removal

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-- Remove the engine cover -arrows-.

-- Connect the VAS 6213 to the vacuum diaphragm -arrow-.

Fig 2: Connecting Hand Vacuum Pump VAS 6213 To Vacuum Diaphragm

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-- Adjust slide ring -1- on VAS 6213 to -B- position for "Pressure".

Fig 3: Adjusting Slide Ring On Hand Vacuum Pump VAS 6213 To Position For "Pressure"

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CAUTION:

The pressure must not exceed 750 mBar. If the pressure is exceeded, the vacuum diaphragm can be damaged.

-- Operate the VAS 6213 several times; watch the linkage while doing this.

The linkage -A- must move approximately 300 mbar and be at approximately 700 mBar at end position.

Actuator lift is approximately 10 mm.

Fig 4: Identifying Linkage Movement

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NOTE:

If the pressure cannot be raised with VAS 6213 or pressure drops immediately, check VAS 6213 and connecting hoses for leaks. If no malfunction can be found: Replace vacuum diaphragm, refer to TURBOCHARGER VACUUM DIAPHRAGM .