11 00 590 Exchange engine (N54, N54T)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove and install ENGINE .
Mount engine on ASSEMBLY STAND .
If necessary, remove foreign bodies from turbocharger group.
Check all assemblies and convert to replacement power plant.

Remove transportation locks (1).

NOTE: Catch escaping engine oil with a suitable cloth (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Transportation Locks And Cloth

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Transportation locks (1) are no longer needed.

Fig 2: Identifying Transportation Locks

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Modify screw plugs (1) from old power plant.

Insert screw plugs (1).

Tightening torque: 11 42 11AZ.

Secure oil cooler lines with mounting bar (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Screw Plugs And Mounting Bar

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Assemble engine.