11 61 068 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Intake Plenum (N63)

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

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
Release A/C Compressor and Place To One Side. Refer To Appropriate "Removing and Installing" COMPRESSOR Procedure According To Engine/Vehicle.

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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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.