12 14 523 Replacing pulse generator on inlet camshaft

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
Remove FAN COWL .

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release screw.

Tightening torque 12 14 3AZ .

Remove pulse generator (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug And Pulse Generator With Screw Of Inlet Camshaft

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the fault memory.