Turbocharger, removing and installing (engine codes 1Z, AHU): Removing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Switch ignition off.
- Disconnect battery Ground strap.CAUTION: Before disconnecting the battery, determine the correct coding for the anti -theft radio.
- Remove hoses between intake manifold to turbocharger -1- and turbocharger to air cleaner -2-.
- Remove red hose (or remove banjo bolt) for wastegate bypass regulator valve -N75- on turbocharger.
- Disconnect exhaust pipe from turbocharger.
- Disconnect oil supply line from turbocharger and mounting clip from intake manifold.
- Remove turbocharger to engine support.
- Disconnect oil return line at turbocharger.
- Remove nut -1- from below and bolts -2- from above.
- Lift turbocharger out and upward.
- Disconnect blue hose from wastegate.