11 14 010 Replacing sealing cap for vacuum pump (N54, N54T)

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Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FAN COWL
Remove alternator DRIVE BELT
Remove both drive belt TENSIONERS

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, graphics show alternator and power steering pump removed.

Secure special tool 11 8 535 with special tools 11 8 531 and 11 8 537 .

Fig 1: Securing Special Tools

Position special tool 11 8 537 by hand on sealing cover.

Screw in special tool 11 8 534 .

NOTE: The sealing cover is pressed out diagonally during this work step

Fig 2: Securing Special Tools (11 8 534) And (11 8 537) Onto Vacuum Pump Sealing Cap

Screw in new sealing cover (1) with special tools 11 8 532 and 11 8 533 until flush with crankcase upper section.

Fig 3: Installing Sealing Cover Using Special Tools (11 8 533) And (11 8 532)

Assemble engine.