Turbocharger Inlet Pipe - LH, 6.7L Diesel: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Exhaust nuts are of a torque prevailing design. Use only new nuts with the same part number as the original. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of exhaust components.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the bracket bolt and position the transmission fluid filler tube aside.

Fig 1: Locating Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Bracket Bolt
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the crankcase vent oil separator. For additional information, refer to ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL .
Remove and discard the 3 LH turbocharger inlet pipe nuts.
Remove the RH fender splash shield. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .

NOTE: Note the position of the LH turbocharger inlet pipe clamp for installation.

Loosen the LH turbocharger inlet pipe clamp.
- Position the clamp on the LH turbocharger inlet pipe.
  
  Fig 2: Locating LH Turbocharger Inlet Pipe Clamp Nut
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Do not bend or twist the turbocharger inlet pipes or damage to the bellows on the turbocharger inlet pipes may occur.

Remove the LH turbocharger inlet pipe.
- Discard the LH turbocharger inlet pipe gasket and clamp.