Removing Heat Shield On Cylinder Bank 1-3

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Specifications for wrench sizes (a/f specifications) for screw heads are described as follows:

Torx screws: (E..) for external Torx, (T..) for internal Torx.
Hexagon-head bolts (internal and external hexagon): Wrench size (a/f)

Loosen intake air line at the turbocharger.
1. 1.1. Unscrew two external Torx screws (E10, M6 x 30) -2- , remove cover -1- and pull off the cable plug on the electronic adjuster.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Electronic Adjuster Cover On Cylinder Bank (1-3)
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
2. 1.2. Pull intake air line out of the turbocharger. Check O-ring and replace it if necessary.
Unscrew two fastening screws (E10, M6 x 12) -1- .
Tool recommendation: Ratchet wrench, a/f 8 with E10 insert from tool set insert for torque wrench 9792
1. 2.1. Unclip electric line -2- for exhaust temperature sensor at the heat shield.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Heat Shield On Cylinder Bank (1-3)
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Pull heat shield out in direction of travel.