13 Removing intake duct 3-Series (N52/ N52K/ N51/ N53)

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Release screws.

Unlock air intake hose (1) sideways and detach.

Remove intake duct (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Hose, Intake Duct, Mounting Screws And Removal Direction

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