Turbocharger Vacuum Diaphragm, Replacing, Cylinder Bank 1 (Right): Removing

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-- Remove the cylinder bank 1 (right) oil separator. Refer to OIL SEPARATOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Loosen the screw-type clamp -1- and move the right catalytic converter toward the rear.

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-- Disconnect the connectors:

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1 - For the Recirculation Valve, Bank 1 -N625-

3 - For the Engine Cover Temperature Sensor -G765-

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and then remove the heat shield -2-.

-- Remove the vacuum hose -3- from the vacuum diaphragm; do not damage it.

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-- Remove the locking spring -1- and control rod from the turbocharger operating lever.

-- Remove the nuts -arrows- and then remove the vacuum diaphragm -2-.