12 14 524 Replacing pulse generator on exhaust camshaft

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Check stored fault messages.
Switch off ignition.

Location:

On cylinder head at front on exhaust side.

Unlock plug (1) and detach from pulse generator.

Fig 1: Unlocking Plug

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Release screw (1) on cylinder head.

Fig 2: Removing Pulse Generator

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Remove pulse generator.

Installation:

Check sealing ring for possible damage, replace if necessary.

NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.

Rectify faults.

Now clear the fault memory.