Turbocharger Oil Supply Tube: Removal
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 upper air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: AIR CLEANER OUTLET PIPE .
- Disconnect the turbocharger bypass valve electrical connector, then detach the harness retainer from the stud bolt. Release the charge air cooler upper inlet pipe retaining clip. Loosen the charge air cooler upper inlet pipe clamp, then remove the charge air cooler upper inlet pipe.
- Loosen the lower air cleaner outlet pipe clamp, then remove the lower air cleaner outlet pipe.
- Remove the bolts, then remove and discard the turbocharger oil supply tube.