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11 12 729 Checking cylinder head for watertightness (S65)

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NOTE: Special tool 11 5 230 can be used for both cylinder heads.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Secure special tool 11 5 231 with old cylinder head bolts.

Secure special tool 11 5 235 with special tool 11 5 237.

NOTE: Picture shows S85.
Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools (11 5 235 And 11 5 237)
G04741545Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Secure special tool 11 9 961 with special tool 11 5 237 to 10 Nm.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool (11 9 961)
G06203088Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Immerse cylinder head in a water bath.

Test pressure: 4.5 bar.

Check cylinder head for escaping air (cracks).

If necessary, add cleaning agent to water bath.

Assemble engine.