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11 61 362 Replacing right charge air duct (N18)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove RIGHT HEADLIGHT
Sealing surfaces and connecting branches must be dry and free from grease.
If gaiter and charge air hoses with clamp fastenings are not installed dry and free from grease, this may result in turbocharger failure!
Release screw at fan cowl.
Release clamp and detach charge air hose (1).
Installation note:
Install charge air hose (1) dry and free from grease.
Connecting branch on charge air cooler must be dry and free from grease.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 23 3AZ .
Release screw (2).
Release screw.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 11 7AZ .
Disconnect plug connection (2) at charging pressure sensor.
Release clamp (3).
Raise lock carrier (4) slightly.
Detach charge air duct (5) from hose and remove.
Installation note:
Fit charge air hose dry and without grease.
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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.