Turbocharger Inlet Pipe LH: Removal

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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.

NOTE: Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove the exhaust downpipe. Refer to: Exhaust Downpipe .
Remove and discard the LH turbocharger inlet pipe nuts.

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

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

Loosen the LH turbocharger inlet pipe clamp and position the clamp on the LH turbocharger inlet pipe. Remove the LH turbocharger inlet pipe and discard the LH turbocharger inlet pipe clamp.

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Remove and discard the LH turbocharger inlet pipe gasket.

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