13 54 250 Replacing intake hose (between air-mass flow sensor and connecting piece) (M54)

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Switch off ignition.

Release hose clamp (3).

Detach intake hose (5) from air-mass flow sensor.

Fig 1: Detaching Intake Hose From Air-Mass Flow Sensor

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Installation:

Check sealing ring (1) between air-mass flow sensor and intake hose for damage, replace if necessary.

Coat sealing ring (1) with acid-free grease.

Fig 2: Locating Sealing Ring

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Detach cable tie (2) of line (1) on intake hose (3).

Fig 3: Detaching Cable Tie Of Intake Hose Line

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Release clips (1).

Pull intake hose (2) out of connecting piece and remove.

Fig 4: Removing Intake Hose

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