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Section 30 (Engine Intake System (Induction)): Intercooler: Installation

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  1. Replace the intake duct No. 2 gasket with a new part.
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  2. Install the intercooler stay LH to the intake manifold assembly.

    Tightening torque: 

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

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  3. Install the stay for the vacuum pipe assembly to the intercooler stay LH. (MT model)

    Tightening torque: 

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

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  4. Using a new gasket, set the intercooler and the intake duct No. 3 as a unit.
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  5. Return the spring (A) of intake duct No. 2 to the original position, and connect the intake duct No. 3 to the intake duct No. 2.
    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. 
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  6. Install the intercooler stay RH to the intake manifold assembly, and install the bolts which secure the intercooler.

    Tightening torque: 

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

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