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| Unplug electrical connector -1- at air mass meter -G70-. |
| All other vehicles continued |
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| Remove air hose; loosen hose clip -2- for this. |
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| Unscrew the two bolts -arrows- from the air mass gauge -G70- and remove the air mass gauge -G70- from the guide in the air filter housing by carefully pulling. |
| Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: |
| To ensure the proper function of the air mass meter -G70- it is important to observe the following notes and instructions. |
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| If the air filter element is very dirty or wet, dirt or water could reach the air mass meter -G70- and affect the air mass value. This would lead to loss of power, since a smaller injection quantity is calculated. |
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| In order to avoid functional problems, you should cover the critical air-conducting components such as air mass meter, air pipes etc. with a clean cloth when blowing out the air filter housing with compressed air. |
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| Hose connections and air pipes and hoses must be free from oil and grease before fitting. |
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| Use a silicone-free lubricant when installing the air hoses. |
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| Check suction hose (engine intake side) for salt residue, dirt and leaves and, if necessary, clean. |
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| Check air duct leading from lock carrier to air filter housing for dirt and leaves. Clean if necessary. |
| Air filter (Altea - Altea XL - Leon): removing and fitting → Chapter |
| Air filter (Ibiza): removing and fitting → Chapter |
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