Removing and installing/replacing right charge-air duct (B36 engine) (Cooper base)

Safety instructions:

In the event of a leak at the pressure pipe, there is a risk of damage on the exhaust turbocharger!

Preliminary work needed:

Removal:

Loosen screws (1)

Unclip line (2).

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NOTE: Locks (1) must engage in holders (see arrow).

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Unlock lock (1) on both sides with suitable tool.

Detach charge air duct from charge air cooler.

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Unlock lock (1) on both sides with suitable tool.

Detach charge air duct (2) from exhaust turbocharger.

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Remove charge air duct (1) towards bottom.

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Preparation for installation:

IMPORTANT: In the event of a leak on the charge air duct, there is a risk of damage to the exhaust turbocharger!

Check sealing lip (1) for damage.

NOTE: If sealing lip (1) is damaged, the gasket must be replaced.

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Installation note:

Check that the seal (1) is fitted correctly:

The seal (1) appears to be fitted correctly in the pressure pipe.

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Installation note:

Check that the seal (1) is fitted correctly:

The seal (1) appears to be fitted incorrectly in the pressure pipe.

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Installation:

Release locks (1) from holders.

Locks must engage.

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Install charge air duct (1).

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Connect charge air duct (1) to exhaust turbocharger until lock (2) engages on both sides.

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Connect charge air duct (1) to charge air cooler until lock (1) engages on both sides.

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Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 00 2AZ .

Clip in line (2).

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Required follow-up work: