Turbocharger Inlet Y-Pipe: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

On high series console, remove the storage bin.
- Release the locking tabs and remove the storage bin.
Fig 1: Removing Storage Bin
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Remove the floor console.
- Through the floor console opening, push and hold the locking clip while lifting upward.
Fig 2: Removing Floor Console
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Remove the RH lower instrument panel finish panel.

Fig 3: Removing RH Lower Instrument Panel Finish Panel
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Remove the engine cover.

Fig 4: Removing Engine Cover
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Remove the LH turbocharger inlet pipe bolts.

Fig 5: Removing LH Turbocharger Inlet Pipe Bolts
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Remove the RH turbocharger inlet pipe bolts.

Fig 6: Removing RH Turbocharger Inlet Pipe Bolts
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NOTE: Theirs a metal gasket between the exhaust inlet pipe and the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler.

Fig 7: Removing Exhaust Inlet Pipe-To-EGR Cooler Clamp

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Remove the exhaust inlet pipe-to-EGR cooler clamp.
Remove the turbocharger inlet clamp.

Fig 8: Removing Turbocharger Inlet Clamp
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Carefully remove the turbocharger inlet pipe assembly from the vehicle.