11 61 360 Removing and installing/replacing pressure pipe from turbocharger to charge air cooler (N57)

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unfasten catch (1) in direction of arrow (see illustration below).

Release pressure pipe (2) from sound muffler in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Releasing Pressure Pipe From Sound Muffler

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Release lock (1).

Catch (pressure pipe on turbocharger sound muffler) must snap into place in bracket (see arrow).

Fig 2: Identifying Lock

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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 turbocharger.

Fig 3: Locating Sealing Lip

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Check sealing ring for damage.

Installation note:

If sealing ring is damaged, replace gasket.

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

Fig 4: Identifying Sealing Ring

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Assemble engine.

Check air intake system for leaks.