Foreign Objects In Engine

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To prevent foreign objects from entering when working on the engine, open intake and exhaust tract channels must always be sealed off with suitable plugs, for example from the Engine Bung Set:VAS6122 .
If mechanical damage to a cylinder bank is found, check the intake and exhaust tract and the combustion chambers in the opposite cylinder bank for foreign objects to prevent subsequent damage.
If there is mechanical damage to the turbocharger. Refer to TURBOCHARGER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 3.0L ENGINE .