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Exhaust flaps
3.1
Checking vacuum unit for exhaust flap
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Hand vacuum pump - VAS 6213-
Procedure
– Disconnect hose at vacuum unit for exhaust flap on rear si‐
lencer.
– Connect hand vacuum pump to vacuum unit.
– Use hand vacuum pump to generate vacuum.
• The linkage should move upwards.
– Vent hand vacuum pump.
• Linkage should move downwards.
If the linkage does not move:
– Check linkage for ease of movement and check vacuum unit
for leaks.
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