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System overview

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The following illustration shows the system overview without the model-specific exhaust flap.

Fig 1: Vacuum Reservoir - System Diagram
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Item Explanation
1 Vacuum reservoir
2 Pressure converter
3 Vacuum unit, wastegate valve
4 Brake servo
5 Non-return valve
6 Non-return valve
7 Vacuum pump
8 Non-return valve