Installing the clean air pipe for cylinders 1 to 6

• Check seal (1) for damage and, if necessary, replace it.

  Parts:  Seal

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Replacing the damaged seal 

• 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.
• 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.

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

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• Guide in the clean air pipe (2) for cylinders 4 through 6 and install it.

  Locks (1) must engage audibly.

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• Guide in the clean air pipe (2) for cylinders 1 through 3 and install it.

  The locks (1) must engage audibly.

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• Connect and lock the connector (1) of the connecting bracket.

  The connector (1) must engage audibly.

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• Guide in the right air routing (2) in the arrow direction and install it.

  The clamps (1) must snap in audibly.

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