Repair Procedure: Removal

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the intercooler inlet pipe & hose assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTERCOOLER ")
Disconnect the EWGA connector (A).

Fig 1: Locate EWGA Connector
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Remove the exhaust manifold heat protector (A) installation bolts.

Fig 2: Locate Exhaust Manifold Heat Protector
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Remove the shaft link assembly (B) after removing the C-ring (A).

Fig 3: Locate Shaft Link Assembly And C-Ring
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Remove the EWGA after removing the bolts (A).
Electric Waste Gate Actuator Mounting Bolt:

11.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (1.2 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 8.7 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)

Fig 4: Locate EWGA Bolts
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CAUTION: When carrying the turbo charger, do not hold the rod of the turbo charge to prevent bending the rod.