11 61 368 Removing and installing/replacing rear left charge-air duct (N55 Hybrid)

WARNING: Compliance with the following points is mandatory before beginning work:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Installation note:

Ensure locking clamps are correctly fitted.

Lock must engage.

Fig 1: Identifying Charge Air Duct Lock And Unlock Positions

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock and disconnect line (2).

Release screw (3).

Unfasten hose clamp (4).

Unlock snap fastener (5).

Detach rear charge-air duct with gaiter (6) from front charge-air duct (7).

Release charge-air duct (6) from intake plenum connection and remove towards top.

Fig 2: Identifying Charge Air Duct, Gaiter, Snap Fastener, Hose Clamp, Screw, Line And Plug Connection

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Installation note:

Fasteners must audibly engage.

The gasket inside the snap fastener and bracket (1) must be coated with lubricant.

Assemble engine.