11 61 050 Removing and installing intake air manifold (N62)

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Remove acoustic cover.

Remove design cover.

Remove center of bulkhead.

Remove intake hose.

Remove injection pipe.

On rear side of manifold, unlock and disconnect plug on differential pressure sensor and on servomotor.

Unlock and detach vent hose (1).

Remove cable from holder.

Fig 1: Removing Vent Hose

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Unfasten screws.

Remove intake air manifold (2) upwards with aid of a second person.

Fig 2: Removing Intake Air Manifold

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Installation:

Clean sealing faces (1) on intake air manifold (2).

Fig 3: Cleaning Sealing Faces Of Intake Air Manifold

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Installation:

Clean sealing face (1) on left and right.

Replace gasket on left and right.

Fig 4: Cleaning Sealing Face On Left And Right

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Assemble engine.

Check air intake system for leaks.