Turbocharger Coolant Supply Tube RH: Removal

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NOTE: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to do so may result in damage to the turbocharger.

NOTE: Special attention needs to be given to the sealing ports for the oil feed, the oil drain, and the coolant lines, on turbocharged engines. The sealing ports must be totally clean and free from O-ring residue, have no damage to the sealing surface and the lines to ensure that there are no leaks or repeat repairs.

Remove the turbocharger RH. Refer to: Turbocharger RH .
Remove the bolt, then remove the turbocharger coolant supply tube.

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1. NOTE: Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.
  
  Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area. Use brake cleaner and a nylon brush to clean. Install new components as needed.
  
  Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B
2. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
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NOTE: If the 2 piece turbocharger cooling tubes are separated or the rubber gasket is leaking, then the rubber gasket must be replaced.

If needed, then remove and discard the rubber gasket.

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NOTE: Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.

If needed, inspect and clean the turbocharger cooling tube sealing surfaces, using brake cleaner and a nylon brush to clean. Install new components as needed.

Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

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