Before servicing or repairing the charge air cooler, take off the front
Bumper, as well as the headlamp assemblies, front cross member and both sides of the
Radiator trim. Take away the hoses attached to the charge air cooler, as well as the power steering cooler loop. bubble. Don't use strong chemicals on the air conditioner, as they could be damaging; if debris is trapped inside, the charge air cooler needs to be changed. Should a turbocharger malfunction or oil enter, place the charge air cooler so that the airflow is down its vertical inlet and outlet tubes. Then, flush the inside with solvent against normal flow, shake the unit and gently strike the end tanks with a rubber mallet to remove debris. Rinse until the parts are clean, then use soapy hot water to clean them, rinse them well and finally dry them with air compression. Look for cracks, holes or damage on the charge air cooler by examining its tubes, fins and welds; if damage is seen, you should replace it. Check the charge air cooler by using the Charge Air Cooler Tester Kit. First, join the charge air cooler with the radiator, then link the charge air and power steering cooler hoses together, add both trim pieces for the radiator, reconnect the front
Grille to the front cross member, install the headlamp units and finally, install the front bumper.