Removing the intake filter housing (tension strut on shock tower removed)

Prerequisite 

The tension strut on the shock tower is removed.

• Unfasten circlip (1).
• Unlock and detach the connector (2) of the hot film air mass meter.
• Loosen screw (3).
• Pull out and remove the intake silencer housing (4) from the rubber mounts towards the top.

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