11 61 050 Removing and installing intake plenum (N54, N54T)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove INTAKE FILTER HOUSING
REMOVE ENGINE COVER
If necessary, remove TENSION STRUT (risk of damage to charging pressure sensor)
Release screws on CHARGE AIR DUCT at rear (do not remove)

Pull off vacuum hose (1).

Detach tank vent valve (2) from mounting.

Release hose (3) and lay to one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Vacuum Hoses And Tank Vent Valve

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Disconnect plug connection (1) on oil pressure switch (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pressure Sensor And Plug

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Disconnect plug connection (2).

NOTE: Do not detach fuel line.

Unscrew nuts (3).

Release screw (4).

Tightening torque 11 61 1AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Retainers, Plug Connection With Screws And Nuts

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Raise intake air manifold.

Release screws (1).

Place cable duct (2) to one side.

Fig 4: Identifying Cable Duct And Screws

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Cut cable tie (1).

Installation note:

Replace all seals (3).

Fig 5: Identifying Cable Tie, Plug Connection And Seals

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Installation note:

Replace all seals.

Assemble engine.