11 37 008 Removing and installing/replacing right eccentric shaft (N62 from 9/03): Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 BMW X5, 2005 BMW X5, and 2004 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

(cylinder bank 1 to 4)

Remove servomotor for right eccentric shaft.

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

Remove spark plugs on cylinder bank 1 to 4.

Remove right cylinder head cover

Install inlet and exhaust adjustment unit on right side.

Remove right inlet camshaft.

Eccentric shafts from 2/2003:

NOTE: Eccentric shafts of cylinders 1 to 4 and 5 to 8 are identical parts.

IMPORTANT: Note installation direction of eccentric shafts.
Depending on the side on which the magnet wheel is fitted, the eccentric shafts are used for cylinders 1 to 4 or 5 to 8.
Incorrect assembly will result in engine damage.