Section 5 (Engine Intake System (Induction) And Turbocharger (2.4L)): Intercooler: Installation

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Replace the intake duct No. 2 gasket with a new part.

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Install the intercooler stay LH to the intake manifold assembly and install the vacuum pipe assembly stay to the intercooler stay LH.
Tightening torque:

T1: 16 N.m (1.6 kgf-m, 11.8 ft-lb)

T2: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Intercooler Stay LH To Intake Manifold Assembly Bolts (With Torque Specification)
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Using a new gasket, set the intercooler and the intake duct No. 3 as a unit.

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Connect the intake duct No. 3 to the intake duct No. 2 and lock it.
CAUTION:
- Make sure there are no damage or dust on connections. If necessary, clean the seal surface of the pipe.
- Confirm that the connections are secure.
NOTE: It is possible to install with the spring locked.

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Install the intercooler stay RH to the intake manifold assembly.
Tightening torque:

16 N.m (1.6 kgf-m, 11.8 ft-lb)

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Install the bolts that secure the intercooler to the throttle body stay, intercooler stay RH and the intercooler stay LH.
Tightening torque:

16 N.m (1.6 kgf-m, 11.8 ft-lb)

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