11 61 360 Removing and installing/replacing pressure pipe, exhaust turbocharger to charge air cooler (N47 D20 O1)

IMPORTANT: In the event of a leak at the pressure pipe, there is a risk of damage to the exhaust turbocharger.

Necessary preliminary work:

NOTE: Snap lock (1) into place on lock (see arrow).

Fig 1: Snapping Lock Into Place

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Release lock (1) in direction of arrow.

Release pressure pipe (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Releasing Pressure Pipe

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Release lock (1).

Release pressure pipe (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Releasing Pressure Pipe

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Check sealing lip (1) for damage.

Installation note:

If sealing lip (1) is damaged, the gasket must be replaced.

IMPORTANT: In the event of a leak at the pressure pipe, there is a risk of damage to the exhaust turbocharger.

Fig 4: Identifying Sealing Lip

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Check sealing ring for damage.

Installation note:

If sealing lip (1) is damaged, the gasket must be replaced.

IMPORTANT: In the event of a leak at the pressure pipe, there is a risk of damage to the exhaust turbocharger.

Fig 5: Identifying Sealing Ring For Damage

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Assemble engine.

Check differentiated air intake system for tightness.