11 66 010 Removing And Installing/Replacing Vacuum Line On Oil Vacuum Pump

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IMPORTANT: Before beginning work, fully press the brake pedal several times to reduce the vacuum pressure in the brake servo. This makes it easier to remove the vacuum hose.

Necessary preliminary work:

Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION .
REMOVE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Remove rear acoustic cover.
Remove intake silencer housing.

IMPORTANT: Do not kink vacuum line.

Unlock vacuum line (1).

Release clip (2).

Fig 1: Vacuum Line And Clip

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Release screw (1).

Installation note:

Tightening torque: 11 00 1AZ .

Detach vacuum line (2) in upward direction.

Fig 2: Detaching Vacuum Line

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Disconnect vacuum lines (1).

Installation note:

Replace sealing ring (2).

Fig 3: Vacuum Lines And Sealing Ring

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