11 12 106 Removing and installing right cylinder head (N62 to 9/03): Notes

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(Cylinder Bank 1 To 4)

NOTE: To remove the exhaust manifolds, the engine must be secured in the installation position with the special tool and then the front axle bracket lowered.

Remove right exhaust manifold

After Removing Exhaust Manifolds:

Reinstall front axle bracket provisionally and remove special tool for securing engine in installation position.

Open drain plug for coolant on right side of engine block.

Drain off coolant and dispose of correctly.

Installation:

Replace sealing ring.
Tightening torque of drain plug, see ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Top up coolant.

Vent cooling system and check for leaks.

Remove ignition coils on cylinder bank 1 to 4. See IGNITION COIL .

Remove servomotor for right eccentric shaft.

Remove right exhaust manifold .

Remove intake air manifold .

Remove right timing case cover.

Unfasten plug connection.

Place engine wiring harness to one side.

Remove spark plugs on cylinder bank 1 to 4.

Remove vent hose on cylinder head.

NOTE: Illustration with engine removed.

Detach hose (1) on check valve (4). Release screws (2).

IMPORTANT: A spacer bushing is secured with screw (3) behind tube (5).

Release screw (3) and remove check valve (4), tube (5) and spacer bushing.

Unclip cables (6 and 7).

Installation:

Replace sealing ring on tube (5) and coat with antiseize agent.