Turbocharger, Installing

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Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

Replace the bolt-type clamp after removal.
Replace the seals, gaskets and O-rings after removal.
Fill the turbocharger with engine oil at the oil supply line connection.
Check the vacuum hoses for damage before the assembly and replace if necessary.
Used coolant cannot be used again.

-- Bring the turbocharger into the installation position, at the same time pay attention to the alignment pin.

-- Pay attention to the installation position of the vacuum hoses. Refer to Figure.

-- Install the catalytic converter. Refer to CATALYTIC CONVERTER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- If removed, install the front muffler. Refer to FRONT MUFFLER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the air duct pipe. Refer to AIR DUCT PIPE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Fill the coolant. Refer to COOLANT, DRAINING AND FILLING .

There are additional procedures depending on the model. Refer to TURBOCHARGER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Check the oil level. Refer to ENGINE OIL .

After installing the turbocharger, let the engine idle for approximately one minute without increasing the engine speed. This ensures adequate oil supply to the turbocharger.

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - TURBOCHARGER