13 53 240 Replacing complete injection pipe (N62)

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NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see FUEL SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS - 5-SERIES (E60) .

Special Tools Required:

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit.
Switch off ignition.
Remove acoustic cover.
E65 only:
Remove design cover.
Remove ignition coil covers.

Unlock plugs (1) on servomotors and disconnect.

Detach plug connections (2) of knock sensors from cable strips.

Unclip cable (3).

Fig 1: Locating Plug Connections Of Knock Sensors From Cable Strips

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Unlock and disconnect following plug connections.

Fuel rail, left and right, on cable duct.
Throttle-valve assembly.
All solenoid valves.
Both temperature sensors.
Oil-pressure switch.
Tank venting valve.
Alternator.
Differential pressure sensor.
Servomotor on intake air manifold.
Pulse generator on left exhaust and inlet camshafts.
Left eccentric shaft sensor.

Unfasten screws.

Remove brackets (4), place cable ducts to one side.

Fig 2: View Of Brackets

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Recycling:

Fuel escapes when fuel line is detached. Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Remove protective cap from compressed air connection (1).

Blow fuel back into tank with a short blast of compressed air (max. 3 bar) at compressed air connection (1).

Unfasten screws.

Remove both injection pipes (2) towards top.

Fig 3: Identifying Injection Pipes

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Unlock and disconnect fuel hose (1).

Fig 4: View Of Fuel Hose

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Seal fuel hose with special tool 13 5 281.

Fig 5: Sealing Fuel Hose With Special Tool

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Unfasten screws.

Unlock connector and remove.

Fig 6: Locating Retaining Screws In Injection Pipe

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Lever out retainers (1).

Pull fuel injectors out of injection pipe.

Installation:

Replace sealing rings on fuel injectors and coat with antifriction rubber coating.

Fig 7: Pulling Fuel Injectors Out Of Injection Pipe

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