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11 12 000 Removing and installing/sealing cylinder head cover (N47D20 K/U/O/T 1)

IMPORTANT: When working on the oil, coolant or fuel circuit, you must protect the alternator against contamination.
Cover alternator with suitable materials.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screw (1).

Turn complete oil filler neck (1) clockwise by approx. 25°.

Remove oil filler neck (1) towards top.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Filler Neck Screw
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Installation note: 

Check O-ring for damage.

Fig 2: Turning Oil Filler Neck
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Undo screws (1) from positive battery cable.

Fig 3: Identifying Positive Battery Cable And Screws
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Push locking (1) together and pull off the crankcase vent hose (2).

Disconnect the cable connections (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Crankcase Vent Hose
G10100206Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Fold the carrier plate away in direction of arrow.

Fig 5: Locating Cable Connections
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Release screws (1 and 2).

Fig 6: Identifying Screws
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Release screws (1).

Remove cylinder head cover by lifting it out.

Fig 7: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover And Screws
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Installation note: 

Replace profile seals (1 and 2).

Fig 8: Identifying Profile Seals
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Assemble engine.

Check engine for leak tightness.