11 61 050 Removing and installing intake plenum (N20, N26)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unlock and pull off all connectors (1) from the DME control unit (2).

Release all wiring harnesses attached to intake plenum.

Release screws and remove DME control unit.

Tightening torque 12 14 1AZ .

Fig 1: Locating DME Control Unit Screws

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Press and hold lock (1) of tank ventilation line (2).

Pull off tank ventilation line (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Tank Ventilation Line

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Detach plug connection (1) at tank vent valve (2).

Release tank ventilation lines from tank vent valve and throttle body.

Detach tank vent valve (2) from mounting.

Fig 3: Identifying Tank Vent Valve And Plug Connection

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Disconnect plug connection (1) on throttle valve drive.

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection On Throttle Valve Drive

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Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Fig 5: Identifying Throttle Valve Drive Connector

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock snap fastener (2).

Pull off charge air duct from throttle body.

Fig 6: Identifying Charge Air Duct And Plug Connection

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque: 11 61 1AZ .

Release cable strap under intake plenum with a suitable tool.

Installation note:

Check all profile seals, replace if necessary.

Fig 7: Identifying Nuts

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Installation note:

Replace all gaskets.

Assemble engine.