11 61 050 Removing and installing intake plenum (N54, N54T)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Pull off vacuum hose (1).

Detach tank vent valve (2) from mounting.

Release hose (3) and lay to one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Vacuum Hoses And Tank Vent Valve

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Disconnect plug connection (1) on oil pressure switch (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pressure Sensor And Plug

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Disconnect plug connection (2).

NOTE: Do not detach fuel line.

Unscrew nuts (3).

Release screw (4).

Tightening torque 11 61 1AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Retainers, Plug Connection With Screws And Nuts

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Raise intake air manifold.

Release screws (1).

Place cable duct (2) to one side.

Fig 4: Identifying Cable Duct And Screws

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Cut cable tie (1).

Installation note:

Replace all seals (3).

Fig 5: Identifying Cable Tie, Plug Connection And Seals

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Installation note:

Replace all seals.

Assemble engine.