11 12 000 Removing and installing/sealing cylinder head cover (N54)

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 11 12 8AZ .

Remove metal bracket (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Metal Bracket And Screws

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Disconnect engine ventilation (1).

Installation note:

The engine ventilation (1) must snap audibly into place!

Lay engine ventilation (1) in direction of arrow to the side.

Fig 2: Identifying Crankcase Breather On Cylinder Head Cover

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Release screws (1) with special tool 11 8 620 .

Fig 3: Releasing Screws With Special Tool (11 8 620)

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Installation note:

Slotted sleeves (2) for guiding ignition coils in cylinder head cover (1) must be replaced.

Remove slotted sleeves (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover And Slotted Sleeves

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Release screws (1) on cylinder head cover.

Fig 5: Identifying Screws On Cylinder Head Cover

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Release screws along the lines (1 and 2).

Tightening torque 11 12 4AZ .

Remove cylinder head cover.

Fig 6: Identifying Screws

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Remove existing gasket of cylinder head cover using a suitable tool.

Clean sealing surface.

Installation note:

Replace gasket (1).

Insert new gasket (1) into the cylinder head cover and ensure it is flush.

Fig 7: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Gasket

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Assemble engine.