11 36 720 Removing and installing/replacing both solenoid valves on right side (N62)

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(cylinder bank 1 to 4)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of control unit of Digital Motor Electronics (DME).
Switch off ignition.
Remove acoustic cover.
Remove design cover.
Remove upper section of intake filter housing with air-mass flow sensor and intake hose. See INTAKE FILTER & HOSE .

NOTE: Solenoid valve (1) controls adjusting unit on inlet side.
Solenoid valve (2) controls adjusting unit on exhaust side.

Unlock plug of solenoid valves (1 and 2) and disconnect.

Release screws and remove holder (3).

Pull out solenoid valves (1 and 2).

Installation:

Check holder (3) for deformation; replace if necessary.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Solenoid Valves

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Installation:

Clean sealing faces (1) on cylinder head.

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Faces Of Cylinder Head

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Installation:

Replace O-rings (1 and 2) on solenoid valve (3) and lubricate.

Fig 3: Replacing O-Rings On Solenoid Valve

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Installation:

Press in solenoid valves as far as they will go.

Make sure holders are in correct installation positions.

Install and tighten down screws.

Now clear the fault memory.

Fig 4: Installing Holders And Tightening Screws

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