Removing Intake-Air Distributor

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Detach intake-air distributor.
1. 1.1. Unscrew eight M6 x 30 external Torx screws (E10, micro-encapsulated) in each case -1- .
2. 1.2. Remove screws using a bar magnet.
3. 1.3. Replace micro-encapsulated screws.
  1. M6 x 30 external Torx screws (E10, micro-encapsulated) - Replace screws.
  2. Intake-air distributor 1-3
  3. Central intake-air distributor
  4. Intake-air distributor 4-6
    
    Fig 1: Overview Of Intake-Air Distributor Screws
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Unscrew plastic clip at intake-air distributor 4-6 (positive crank case ventilation fastening).
Unclip electric control valve -1- from (rear) central intake-air distributor.

Fig 2: Identifying Central Intake-Air Distributor Control Valve
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Remove oil filler pipe (aluminum) -1- , lift the intake-air distributor slightly for this purpose.
1. 4.1. Remove positive crankcase ventilation line -2- , remove two M6 x 20 external Torx screws (E10) -3- .
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Oil Filler Pipe
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2. 4.2. Pay attention to the sleeves -1- on the oil filler pipe flange. Remove these before removing the oil filler pipe.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Oil Filler Pipe Sleeves
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Remove intake-air distributor assembly -1- from the engine compartment over the generator -Arrow- .

Fig 5: Lifting Intake-Air Distributor Out Of Engine Compartment
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Replace seals on intake pipes.
The intake-air distributor can be cleaned in a parts washing machine without aggressive cleaning agents.
Carefully clean and cover sealing faces on intake pipes.