Install charge air line

• Replace the sealing ring (1) on the throttle valve.

  Parts:  Sealing ring

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• Check the sealing ring (1) on the charge air line for damage and replace, if necessary.

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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.
• Insert and install charge air line (5).
• Lock the clamp (4) on the exhaust turbocharger.

  Clamp (4) must engage audibly.

• Tighten screws (arrows).
  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Charge air line to throttle body
  M6	tightening torque	8 Nm

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• Connect and lock connector (3) on the charge-air temperature sensor.
• Connect and lock connector (1) on the boost pressure sensor.

  All connectors must audibly engage.

• Secure clamps (2).

Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE WITH THE RESONATOR .
• Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .