sikwan
06 Tin Can
I checked my resonator Q number and found out that it was not the updated Q5 version. I purchase the Q5 (05137154AB) from a local dealer for $55 and went about at removing it and comparing the two different Q# resonators.
Tools needed:
-Flat blade screwdriver
-E8 External Torx socket or 1/4 inch open ended wrench.
This picture shows the External Torx Bolts (E8) already taken out.
I had the E8 socket, but as you will see later, the 1/4" open ended wrench was better for the job.
Worm Gear Clamp (Looking from the topside, passenger side of engine.)
Two External Torx Bolts (E8) that need to be removed. (crawled underneath on passenger side)
There was absolutely no room to stick a socket and wrench in the location. I had to improvise with the 1/4" open ended wrench because I didn't want to run out and buy a special tool, nor did I want to take everything apart just to get to two bolts.
After the clamp was loosened and the tube slid away, the two E8 bolts were removed (they weren't on very tight). The last part was to wiggle the resonator downward out of the turbo and then removed from the topside of the engine compartment.
I had the two resonators side by side.
Q5 (left) and Q4 (right).
Close up stamping on the Q5 resonator.
Tools needed:
-Flat blade screwdriver
-E8 External Torx socket or 1/4 inch open ended wrench.
This picture shows the External Torx Bolts (E8) already taken out.
I had the E8 socket, but as you will see later, the 1/4" open ended wrench was better for the job.
Worm Gear Clamp (Looking from the topside, passenger side of engine.)
Two External Torx Bolts (E8) that need to be removed. (crawled underneath on passenger side)
There was absolutely no room to stick a socket and wrench in the location. I had to improvise with the 1/4" open ended wrench because I didn't want to run out and buy a special tool, nor did I want to take everything apart just to get to two bolts.
After the clamp was loosened and the tube slid away, the two E8 bolts were removed (they weren't on very tight). The last part was to wiggle the resonator downward out of the turbo and then removed from the topside of the engine compartment.
I had the two resonators side by side.
Q5 (left) and Q4 (right).
Close up stamping on the Q5 resonator.