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Variable Induction System: Testing and Inspection






Variable Intake Manifold, Checking

Only perform the test if there is a loss of torque. That means there is a reduction in engine acceleration.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Hand Vacuum Pump (VAS 6213)

Conditions

The intake manifold runner control valve was tested with the vehicle diagnostic tester.

If the intake manifold runner control valve is OK, perform the following test:

- Remove the engine cover.

- Start the engine and let run at idle.

- Have a second person increase the engine speed abruptly (press the accelerator pedal). Observe the variable intake manifold vacuum actuator.

The actuator must activate - arrow -.






If the change over does not function as specified:

- Check the vacuum system for leaks.

- Check whether the change over mechanism moves easily. Do this by actuating the linkage by hand.

- Check whether the vacuum lines are correctly connected.

- Check that the vacuum hoses are not porous.

- Remove the adjusting element vacuum hose - 1 - from the intake manifold runner control valve - 2 -.






- Set the sliding ring - 1 - on the hand vacuum pump (VAS 6213) to the - A - position for "vacuum".






- Connect the hand vacuum pump (VAS 6213) to the intake manifold runner control valve actuator.






- Operate hand vacuum pump (VAS 6213) several times.

The vacuum actuator must move - arrows -.

- Replace the vacuum actuator if it does not move.