12 14 524 Replacing pulse generator on exhaust camshaft (N54)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
Remove FAN COWL

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release screw.

Tightening torque 13 62 3AZ .

Remove pulse generator (2).

Fig 1: Locating Plug And Pulse Generator

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the fault memory.