Installing the pressure pipe between the throttle body and the charge air cooler

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the exhaust turbocharger .
A leak at the pressure pipe can damage the exhaust turbocharger .

Replace the gaskets and pressure pipe if necessary.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Contaminant or foreign body .
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks .

Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.

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Remove the auxiliary materials for locking the opening (1) of the charge air cooler.
Check seal (1) for damage and replace seal (1) as needed.

Parts: Gasket

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Replacing the damaged seal

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Use of sharp or pointy tools for installation or removal is prohibited.

Remove damaged seal.
Clean the gasket groove (1) with a dry cloth.
The gasket groove (1) must be clean.

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Replace gasket.
Parts: Gasket
Install the seal dry without lubricant or mounting agent.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Incorrect assembly is possible. Ensure correct installation position.

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Thread in seal and install.
Make sure that the seal is installed correctly in the gasket groove (1).
Make sure that the sealing lip (2) is directed to the inside as shown.

Detach locks (1) from the holders in the arrow direction.

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Guide in and install pressure pipe (1) in the arrow direction.

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Guide in and install pressure pipe (1) in the arrow direction.
Ensure that locks (1) engage audibly.

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Guide in and install pressure pipe (1) in the arrow direction.
Ensure that locks (2) engage audibly.

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FOR THE INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .