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Checking the wastegate (B235R, B205L/R)

WARNING: Take care if the car is warm. The coolant is hot and there is also risk of burn injuries from the manifold.

If the basic charge pressure cannot be adjusted, check the wastegate as follows:

Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 1-2-3
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  1. Detach and move aside the bypass pipe with valve.
  2. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. The heat shield is fastened with a nut and two clips underneath.
  3. Undo the nuts securing the front exhaust system to the turbocharger.
    IMPORTANT: The flexible bellows on the front part of the exhaust system must not be exerted to bending over 5° from its neutral position, i.e. if the front exhaust system is left hanging, it must not be bent more than by its own weight.

    If the pipe is strained too much there may be permanent deformation of its components. This may cause noise, leaks, and finally breakage.

    NOTE: Lubricate the nuts with engine oil, for example, and undo them carefully.
  4. Remove the locking clip and unhook the pushrod from the valve operating arm.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 4-5-6
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  5. Visually check the flap valve contact with the turbine housing. Be especially observant for carbonization, etc.
  6. Check that the arm moves easily.
  7. Hook on the pushrod and fit the locking clip.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 7
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  8. Fit the front exhaust system to the turbocharger. Lubricate the studs with Molykote 1000, part no. 30 20 971.
    Fig 4: Illustration For Steps 8-9-10
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    Tightening torque: 24 N.m (17.7 lbf ft) 

    IMPORTANT: The nuts must be tightened alternately when fitting the front exhaust pipe to the turbocharger so that the flange is not deformed. The flange must not be in contact with the turbocharger connecting flange.
  9. Fit the heat shield.
  10. Fit the bypass valve with pipe. Fit a new O-ring coated with acid-free petroleum jelly.

    Tightening torque: 8 N.m (5.9 lbf ft)