Gents, it is done: I have successfully removed the intake manifold - and to my despair, I can confirm that the Plus 4 GDI also tends to clog up the intake valves because of the PCV. See my short video of removing the intake manifold. I will now install an oil catch can to at least slow down this process significantly - more to follow!
How does the crankcase breather attach to the manifold Robert? Is is a push fit or a turn and lock? Now I can feel it, there may be scope to make changes from underneath.
DaveW '05 Red Roadster S1 '16 Yellow (Not the only) Narrow AR GDI Plus 4