12 14 522 Replacing pulse generator on left inlet camshaft (N62)

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(Cylinder bank 5 to 8)

Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.

Switch off ignition.

Remove acoustic cover.

Remove left ignition coil cover. See Figure.

Unlock and detach plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Removing Left Ignition Coil Cover

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Release screw.

Remove pulse generator (2).

Fig 2: Removing Pulse Generator

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Installation:

NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit. Check stored fault messages. Rectify faults. Now clear the fault memory.