12 14 522 Replacing pulse generator on left inlet camshaft (N63): Notes

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(cylinder bank 5 to 8)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit; if necessary, work through test schedules
Switch off ignition
Remove left intake filter housing , see 13 71 030 REMOVING AND INSTALLING BOTH INTAKE FILTER HOUSINGS (N63) .

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 13 62 3AZ, see 13 62 SENDERS FOR CONTROL UNIT .

Remove pulse generator (3).