Engine Mechanical System

Intercooler Repair Procedures

13steps
~78min
3/5difficulty
010203040506.95N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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DEPOSIT

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the air duct and air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "Air Cleaner")
  3. Remove the engine undercover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Undercover")
  4. Remove the front bumper. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
  5. Disconnect the boost pressure sensor (BPS) connector (A).
  6. Remove the intercooler inlet hose (A). Tightening torque: Hose clamp bolt: 4.9~6.9 N·m (If equipped with a cap, tighten until the cap is removed.)
  7. Disconnect the intercooler outlet hose (A) and the RCV solenoid valve (B). Tightening torque: 4.9~6.9 N·m (If equipped with a cap, tighten until the cap is removed.)
  8. Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A), then disconnect the wiring (B) from the intercooler.
  9. Remove the air intake cover. (Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - Air Cleaner)
  10. Loosen the upper intercooler mounting bracket bolt (A) and remove the mounting bracket (B).

    Tightening torque: 9.8–11.8 N·m

  11. Remove the intercooler air guide (A).

    Tightening torque: 6.9 ~ 10.8 N·m

  12. Remove the intercooler (A).
  13. To install, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.

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