17 51 000 Removing and installing/replacing intercooler (N54)

Necessary preliminary tasks

IMPORTANT: Coat sealing rings of quick-connect couplings with antiseize agent.

Pressure pipes cannot be fitted without antiseize agent.

If fitted: Release screws (1). Remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Cover

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Unfasten and detach charge-air hoses (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 17 10 3AZ .

Remove intercooler (3) towards bottom.

Installation:

Charge-air hoses must audibly snap into place.

Coat sealing rings of charge-air hoses with antiseize agent.

Pressure pipes cannot be fitted without antiseize agent.

Fig 2: Identifying Charge Air Hoses, Screws And Intercooler

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Check charge-air duct for leaks.

Assemble engine.