11 61 050 Removing and installing intake air manifold (N51)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open holder (2).

Disconnect plug connection (1) under manifold.

Release both crankcase breathers (3).

Fig 1: Crankcase Breathers, Plug Connection And Holder

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Release bolts (4).

Detach engine wiring harness (2) from manifold and lay to one side.

Fig 2: Engine Wiring Harness, Screws And Plug Connections

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Disconnect plug connection (1) on oil pressure switch.

Fig 3: Plug Connection And Oil Pressure Switch

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Release fuel rail (2) and lay to one side.

NOTE: Do not detach fuel line.

Release screws (1).

Unscrew nuts (3).

For tightening torque refer to 11 61 1AZ in 11 61 AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD .

Fig 4: Fuel Rail, Nuts And Screws

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Raise air intake manifold approx. 10 cm.

Disconnect plug connections (1) at bottom.

Release tank vent line behind throttle valve assembly.

Fig 5: Plug Connections

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Installation:

Replace all seals.

Assemble engine.