Removal & Installation
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Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery. See 12 00... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .
Disconnect negative battery lead.
Observe specified tightening torque and safety precautions in all work steps.
STEPS FOR REMOVING ENGINE (M54)
| Work step | Note: |
|---|---|
| Lift engine hood into assembly position Secure engine in installation position with special tool Remove gearbox | After removing transmission, secure engine against tilting. |
| Remove intake filter housing | |
| Remove radiator | |
| Remove radiator lines. | |
| Remove expansion tank. | |
| Remove intake air manifold | |
| Release heater cooler line | |
| Unlock engine wiring harness section on control unit and detach. | Wiring harness remains on engine. |
| Unlock spark plug wiring harness section on control unit and detach. | Wiring harness remains on engine. |
| Disconnect positive lead at battery connection point | |
| Detach vacuum line from brake booster | |
| Unlock line on tank venting valve and disconnect. | |
| Remove both monitor sensors | |
| Release negative lead on engine support arm. | |
| Remove alternator drive belt | |
| Release power steering pump on bracket, hydraulic lines remain connected. | Do not remove power steering pump, secure against falling down. |
| Release A/C compressor on bracket, lines remain connected, do not evacuate A/C system. | Do not remove A/C compressor, secure against falling down. |
Vehicles With Dynamic Drive Only:
Unlock and detach hydraulic line (1).
Suspend engine from special tool 11 0 020.
Release engine mounts on left and right from above.
Protect assembly compartment and hydraulic lines against damage.
Installation:
Observe specified tightening torque and safety precautions in all work steps.