Work sequence

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NOTE:

The Recirculating valve for turbocharger N249 and its wiring are monitored by the engine control module.

Read DTC memory of engine control module.

If display shows a DTC relating to Recirculating valve for turbocharger N249 :

Fig 1: Identifying Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Solenoid Valve -N112-

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Disconnect hoses from Recirculating valve for turbocharger N249 - 1 - ; leave electrical connector connected.

Location: under intake manifold

NOTE:

The illustration shows a removed intake manifold viewed from below.

Fig 2: Connect Test Hose To Valve Connection

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Connect test hose to valve connection marked with - arrow -.
Start Output Diagnostic Test Mode and actuate Recirculating valve for turbocharger N249.

Indicated on display

Output Diagnostic Test Mode →
Recirculating valve for turbocharger -N249

Valve must click...
..and must open and close (can be checked by blowing into test hose).

If valve does not click:

Check internal resistance of valve.

If valve does not open or close properly:

Replace Recirculating valve for turbocharger N249.