System functions

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION System functions
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The following graphic illustrates how the air supply works.

Fig 1: Hot Film Air Mass Meter Operation Diagram
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Item Explanation
1 Intake temperature sensor and charging pressure sensor
2 Charge air cooler
3 Blow-off valve
4 Twin-scroll turbocharger
5 Wastegate valve
6 Pressure converter
7 Intake-manifold pressure sensor
8 Electromotive throttle actuator
9 Engine
10 Hot-film air mass meter
11 Intake silencer

Descriptions of the following air supply system functions are provided:

  • Calculation of air mass
  • Charging pressure control
  • Idle speed control.
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