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Removal And Installation: Turbocharger: 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.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. Remove the Catalytic Converter. REFER to: Catalytic Converter .
    1. Disconnect the quick release coupling. REFER to: Quick Release Coupling .

    • Remove the engine cover mounting stud.

    • Remove the turbocharger inlet pipe nut.

    • Loosen the clamps, then remove the turbocharger inlet pipe.

    GFD228537Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Loosen the clamps, then remove the nuts and the charge air cooler inlet tube.
    GFD228538Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Remove the RH halfshaft. REFER to: Front Halfshaft RH .
  6. Remove the halfshaft support bracket bolts, then remove the halfshaft support bracket.
    GFD228539Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Drain the cooling system. REFER to: Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
  8. Disconnect the turbocharger control hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD228540Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Remove the turbocharger coolant tube bolts, disconnect the hose, then remove the turbocharger coolant tubes. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD228541Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Remove the turbocharger coolant tube clamp bolt, remove the turbocharger coolant tube clamp. Separate and discard the turbocharger coolant supply tube from the turbocharger coolant return tube.
    GFD228542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • 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. DO-NOT USE A METAL BRUSH; DAMAGE TO SEALING AREA WILL RESULT IN LEAKS.

    1. Remove and discard the turbocharger coolant tube O-ring seal.

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

    GFD228526Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Remove the turbocharger oil return tube bolts, then remove and discard the turbocharger oil return tube.
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  13. Remove the turbocharger oil supply tube retaining bolts, then remove and discard the turbocharger oil supply tube.
    GFD228544Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Remove and discard the turbocharger oil supply filter.
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  15. Remove and discard the upper turbocharger mounting nuts. Remove the lower turbocharger heat shield retaining bolt, then remove the turbocharger heat shield.
    GFD228545Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Remove the lower turbocharger mounting nuts, then remove the turbocharger.
    GFD228546Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. Remove and discard the turbocharger gasket.
    GFD228513Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. If needed, remove the turbocharger mounting studs.
GFD228547Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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