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F30 Charge pipe Install Guide

Your F30

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This page covers the US F30 and F32.

Stops boost leaks
Hard$350–$3502–3 hrs
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Why do it

The factory plastic pipe can crack with more boost.

Tools you'll need

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Parts to buy

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Steps

  1. Remove the sensor

    • Take it off.
    Watch this step (Kies, on an F30 N55) (1:04–2:28)

  2. Disconnect the pipe

    • Disconnect the charge pipe.
    Watch this step (2:28–4:00)

  3. Remove the lower connections

    • Disconnect them.
    Watch this step (4:00–7:29)

  4. Remove the intercooler

    • Take it off.
    Watch this step (7:29–9:14)

  5. Remove the old pipe

    • Take it off.
    Watch this step (9:14–10:40)

  6. Fit the new pipe

    • Prepare and install it.
    Watch this step (10:40–14:15)

  7. Reassemble

    • Refit everything.
    Watch this step (14:15–15:34)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.

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