11 61 068 Removing and installing/replacing right intake plenum (N63)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove right INJECTION PIPE .
Remove THROTTLE VALVE .
Release screws on intake plenum from above without fail before lowering front axle.
Secure ENGINE in installation position.
Lower front axle, releasing screws on engine mount first.
RELEASING A/C COMPRESSOR AND PLACE TO ONE SIDE .

Detach engine ventilation hose (1).

Disconnect connector.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque: 11 61 1 AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Ventilation Hose And Nuts

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Remove THROTTLE VALVE (2).

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 11 61 2 AZ .

Feed out intake plenum towards rear.

Installation note:

Replace all profile seals.

Fig 2: Identifying Throttle Valve And Screw

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Assemble engine and vehicle.

Check air intake system for leaks.