Turbocharger, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Audi Q5, 2015 Audi Q5, and 2014 Audi Q5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

If mechanical damage (such as a destroyed compression wheel) is found on the turbocharger, just replacing the turbocharger is not enough. To avoid damage later, perform the following steps:

Check the air filter housing, air filter element and air guide hoses for contamination.
Check the entire charge air circuit and charge air cooler for foreign objects.
If there are foreign objects in the charge air system, clean the charge air circuit and replace the charge air cooler if necessary.

NOTE:

Follow all the rules of cleanliness, refer to CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

-- Remove the lock carrier cover -3-, refer to LOCK CARRIER COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

Fig 1: Removing Expanding Clips

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Fig 2: Identifying Air Duct Components

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-- Remove the air guide -1- and intermediate flange -2- from the air filter housing.

-- Remove the bolts -2 and 3-.

Fig 3: Removing Screws

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-- Loosen the air guide pipe -1- and remove the coolant hose.

-- Remove the bolts -1 and 2-.

Fig 4: Locating Bolts

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CAUTION:

Depending on the vehicle equipment level and market-specific crankcase ventilation hose may be used, which cannot be removed from the cylinder head cover without being destroyed. In these versions the hose on the cylinder head cover is destroyed and replaced.

-- Remove the hose -1- for the crankcase ventilation, to do so -if equipped- press the release button or the damage the hose connection on the cylinder head cover.

Fig 5: Identifying Crankcase Ventilation Hose