11 36 570 Replacing solenoid valve for inlet side on VANOS adjustment unit
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Special tools required:
- 32 2 110
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Read out fault memory of DME control unit
- Check stored fault messages
- Switch off ignition
Unlock hose (1) and detach.
Unlock plug (2) and remove.
NOTE:
Once it has been removed, oil drips from the solenoid valve.
Have a cleaning cloth ready.
Make sure no oil drips onto the belt drive. Remove any remnants of oil immediately with cleaning cloth.
Do not damage oil line when releasing solenoid valve.
Release solenoid valve with special tool 32 2 110.
Have a cleaning cloth ready.
Make sure no oil drips onto the belt drive. Remove any remnants of oil immediately with cleaning cloth.
Do not damage oil line when releasing solenoid valve.
Release solenoid valve with special tool 32 2 110.
Installation:
Tightening torque, see 11 36 1AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Now clear the fault memory.