11 62 065 Removing and installing/replacing right exhaust manifold (M62/N62)

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(Cylinder bank 1 to 4)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove exhaust system.
Remove reinforcement plate.
Remove propeller shaft.

NOTE: Illustration with engine (M62) removed.

Release screw connection at exhaust manifold.

Feed out exhaust manifold towards bottom.

Fig 1: Removing Exhaust Manifold

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Installation:

Replace seals.
Seal beads faces the exhaust manifold.
Coat thread with copper paste (CRC).
Replace nuts.

Tightening torque, see ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 2: Identifying Seal Beads Facing Exhaust Manifold

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Assemble engine.

Check exhaust system for leaks.