Vacuum Pump: Removing

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-- Remove the air filter (engine cover). Refer to AIR FILTER HOUSING .

-- Remove the battery and the battery tray. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

-- Remove the intake air scoop from the lock carrier -arrows-.

Fig 1: Identifying Air Guide On Lock Carrier

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-- Remove the intake hose -4-. Remove the air hoses -1- (if equipped) and -2- (press the locking ring) and the spring clamp -3-.

Fig 2: Identifying Air Hoses And Are Fitted Securely

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-- Unclip wiring harness from bracket -2-.

Fig 3: Locating 3 Bolts And Vacuum Pump

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-- Remove the bolt -3- from the coolant pipe.

-- Disconnect vacuum hose -1-.

-- Remove the 3 bolts -arrows- and the vacuum pump.

NOTE: The 4 cover bolts must not be loosened under any circumstances!

-- Remove the old seal.