Removing the throttle body

Preliminary work

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Unlock and loosen connector (1) .
Unlock and loosen connector (2) .
Unlock and loosen clamp (3) .

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Remove screws (arrows).
Feed out charge air line (1) and place to one side.

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Loosen screw (1) .
Remove screws (arrows).
Unlock and loosen connector (2) .
Remove the throttle bodies (3) .

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