18 40 060 Removing and installing/replacing rear exhaust manifold (N52/N52K/N51)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: The oxygen sensors are in danger of being damaged when the exhaust manifolds are removed and installed.

Remove Control Sensor from cylinders 4 to 6.

Remove Monitor Sensor from cylinders 4 to 6.

Unscrew nuts.

Remove exhaust manifold (1).

Installation:

Clean sealing faces and replace seals.

Replace nuts.

For tightening torque refer to 18 40 1AZ 18 40 EXHAUST MANIFOLD

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Manifold And Nuts

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