Turbocharger Recirculating Valve -N249-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

• Follow the guidelines for clean working conditions. Refer to GUIDELINES FOR CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

All except Audi A8/Q7/Q8:

-- Remove the lock carrier cover. Refer to OVERVIEW - BUMPER COVER .

Audi A4/A5:

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and the air duct -2- from the lock carrier.

Audi A6/A7:

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and air duct -1-.

Audi Q5:

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and air duct -1-.

Audi Q7/Q8:

-- Remove the front noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

Vehicle with high-voltage system:

-- Remove the air filter housing. Refer to AIR FILTER HOUSING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

Continuation for All Vehicles:

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-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and the Turbocharger Recirculation Valve -N249-.