REP-TAT-P-1161-01 Removing the intake plenum

NOTE: Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

• Unclip tank vent line (1) in the marked area.
• Unlock and detach engine ventilation line (2).
• Unscrew the bolt (3) and unclip the tank vent line (4) in the marked area.
• Remove tank vent line (4).
• Unscrew the bolts (5) and set the engine wiring harness aside.
• Unclip cable (6) in marked areas.

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• Loosen tank vent line (1) in marked area from intake plenum.
• Unlock closure (2) and detach the coolant line.

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• Unlock and disconnect connector (1).
• Unclip the wiring harness in the marked areas.

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• Loosen screws (8).
• Loosen screws in the order (7) to (1).
• Slightly raise air intake header.

Fig 1: Air Intake Header Screws Loosening Sequence

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• Unlock the closure (1) and detach the coolant feed line.
• Unlock the closure (2) and detach the coolant return line.
• Unclip the wiring harness from the clamp (3).

NOTE: Additional coolant can leakage. Make sure that no coolant enters the intake port of the cylinder head.

• Remove intake plenum

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