11 66 521 Checking function of vacuum system (N20)

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Special tools required:

2 201 924

IMPORTANT: Note the sequence of the diagnosis instructions in the ISID :
Depending on the fault pattern, the order of operations in the repair instructions may be different from the order of operations in the ISID .

Carry out procedure to check the vacuum system.

Check suction effect of vacuum pump.

Detach vacuum line (1) from vacuum reservoir.

Detach vacuum line (2) from exhaust flap.

Fig 1: Vacuum Reservoir Vacuum Line And Exhaust Flap Vacuum Line

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Check suction effect of vacuum pump.

Fit special tool 2 201 924.

Seal vacuum line from vacuum pump to vacuum reservoir with a suitable plug (1).

Follow diagnosis instruction.

Fig 2: Checking Suction Of Vacuum Pump

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Check vacuum reservoir.

Reconnect vacuum line from vacuum pump to the vacuum reservoir.

NOTE: When used with the IMIB the absolute pressure is displayed.

Follow diagnosis instruction.

Fig 3: Checking Vacuum Reservoir

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Check vacuum reservoir.

Detach vacuum line (1) from vacuum reservoir.

Seal connection on vacuum reservoir with sealing cap (2).

Follow diagnosis instruction.

Fig 4: Vacuum Line And Sealing Cap

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Functional check of exhaust flaps.

Check function of exhaust flap (1) on both rear silencers (2).

Follow diagnosis instruction.

Fig 5: Exhaust Flap

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Check suction operation on the exhaust flap.

Disconnect vacuum line (1) to exhaust flap at left spring strut dome and reconnect with a T-piece.

Connect special tool 2 201 924 with T-piece.

NOTE: When used with the IMIB the absolute pressure is displayed.

Fig 6: Connecting Special Tool (2 201 924) With T-Piece

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Follow diagnosis instruction.

Leakage test of hoses to exhaust flaps.

Check leakage test of hoses to exhaust flaps.

Disconnect vacuum line (1) with pliers (2) as shown in the graphic.

Follow diagnosis instruction.

Fig 7: Disconnecting Vacuum Line With Pliers

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Pressure converter connections

Disconnect vacuum hose at connection (VAC = vacuum reservoir).

Disconnect vacuum hose at connection (OUT = turbocharger vacuum unit).

Fig 8: Vacuum Hose Connection (VAC Vacuum Reservoir)

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Leakage test of hoses to wastegate valve.

Connect vacuum line (1) with vacuum line (2) from vacuum reservoir with a T-piece and special tool 2 201 924.

Follow diagnosis instruction.

Fig 9: Connecting Vacuum Line From Vacuum Reservoir With T-Piece

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Check function of wastegate capsule.

Check function of linkage.

Follow diagnosis instruction.

Fig 10: Checking Function Of Wastegate Capsule

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NOTE: Remove all special tools.
Reassemble the vehicle.