Control Line To Turbocharger, Checking

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Hand Vacuum Pump VAS 6213

CAUTION: When routing the vacuum lines, make sure they are not kinked, twisted or pinched. They could disable the vehicle.

-- Remove the hose on the center connection for the Wastegate Bypass Regulator Valve -N75- -arrow in I- as well as from the turbocharger vacuum diaphragm -arrow in II-.

Fig 1: Identifying Turbocharger Wastegate Bypass Regulator Valve/Vacuum Diaphragm

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-- Seal off the opening in the hose with a suitable blind plug.

NOTE: Do not use threaded bolts or pins.

-- Connect the Hand Vacuum Pump VAS 6213 to the other end of the hose and generator a vacuum of 0.6 bar (8.7 psi).

-- Watch the pressure gauge on the hand vacuum pump for approximately 30 seconds.

The vacuum must not drop.

If vacuum drops:

-- Replace the vacuum hose.

If the vacuum does not decrease:

-- Reconnect the vacuum hoses.