11 12 105 Removing and installing left cylinder head (N62 from 9 / 03: Removal:
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Removal of cylinder head is described separately from installation.
Remove inlet and exhaust adjustment unit on left side. Refer to 11 36 047 Removing and installing/replacing inlet and exhaust adjustment units on left side (N62) .
NOTE:
Illustration with engine removed.
Remove eccentric shaft sensor (2).
Detach guide rail from cylinder head.
Release screws between cylinder head and timing case cover.
NOTE:
At narrow points, use a socket with 3/8" drive and a short extension.
Release cylinder-head bolts in sequence 10 ... 1.
Lift off cylinder head.
Lift off cylinder head gasket.