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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
13 71 000 Removing and installing/replacing intake silencer housing (N52T)
Necessary preliminary work:
- Read out fault memory of DME control unit
- Turn off ignition
- Remove left TRAILING LINK
Release clamp (1).
Tightening torque 13 71 2AZ .
Unlock plug (2) on air-mass sensor and disconnect.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 13 71 3AZ .
Lift out intake silencer housing.
Installation note:
Make sure intake silencer housing is correctly seated on stop buffer at bottom.
Make sure intake port (3) is correctly seated.
Only when replacing intake silencer housing, convert AIR-MASS METER .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.