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Turbocharger Removal

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    Fig 1: View Of Turbocharger Upper Heat Shield
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  1. Remove the turbocharger upper heat shield bolts.
  2. Remove the turbocharger upper heat shield.
  3. Fig 2: View Of Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe Banjo Bolt
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    CAUTION: Do not twist the turbocharger oil feed pipe. Twisting of the feed pipe will result in the collapse and deformation of the plastic pipe, restricting oil flow and causing turbocharger damage. During turbocharger replacement, gently push the oil feed pipe towards the front of the engine to clear the turbocharger. Assistance may be required to keep the pipes clear of the turbocharger during removal or installation.
  4. Remove the eye bolt and washers from the oil supply hose at the top of the turbocharger.
  5. Fig 3: View Of Turbocharger Outlet Coolant Pipe
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    NOTE: Use care not to damage this hose during the procedure.
  6. Loosen the hose clamp and remove the turbocharger cooling outlet hose.
  7. Fig 4: View Of Turbocharger W/Oil Return Pipe
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  8. Remove the turbocharger mounting bolts.
  9. Remove the turbocharger assembly with the oil return pipe.
  10. Fig 5: View Of Oil Feed Pipe Bolt, Washer & Pipe
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  11. Remove the turbocharger lower heat shield from engine block.
  12. CAUTION: Do not twist the turbocharger oil feed pipe. Twisting of the feed pipe will result in the collapse and deformation of the plastic pipe, restricting oil flow and causing turbocharger damage. During turbocharger replacement, gently push the oil feed pipe towards the front of the engine to clear the turbocharger. Assistance may be required to keep the pipes clear of the turbocharger during removal or installation.
  13. Remove the turbocharger oil supply hose eye bolt and washers.
  14. Remove the turbocharger oil supply hose.