13 64 501 Removing and installing/replacing a fuel injector (N52K)

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FUEL RAIL .

Recycling

Fuel escapes when fuel line is detached. Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

NOTE: This procedure is applicable to all fuel injectors.
Lever out retainers (1).
Pull fuel injectors out of fuel rail.

Installation

Replace sealing rings on fuel injectors and coat with anti-friction rubber coating.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Retainers

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NOTE: Check stored fault message.
Now clear the fault memory.
Check injection system for leaks.