11 61 050 Removing and installing intake plenum (N16)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Remove ENGINE COVER .

Detach engine wiring harness (1) from intake manifold.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Unplug connector (3) from tank vent valve.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Wiring Harness, Plug Connection, And Tank Vent Valve Connector

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release tank vent valve (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Tank Vent Valve And Plug Connection

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Disconnect plug connection (1) on solenoid valve.

Release engine breathers and hold to one side.

Slacken nut (2).

Tightening torque: 11 61 1AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Solenoid Valve Plug Connection And Nut

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Detach engine wiring harness (2) from intake manifold.

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection And Engine Wiring Harness

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Detach cable (1) from intake manifold bracket.

Release screw (2).

Release screw (3).

Take off holder (4).

Tightening torque: 11 61 2AZ .

Fig 5: Identifying Cable, Screws And Holder

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screw (2).

Unscrew nuts (3).

Tightening torque: 11 61 1AZ .

Fig 6: Identifying Plug Connection, Nuts, And Screw

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Installation note:

Replace all gaskets.

Assemble engine.