13 51 522 Fuel metering unit (M47TU/M47T2/M57TU, M57T2)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove air intake manifold (M47TU, M47T2 only). See 11 61 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE PLENUM (M57T2/SCR) .

IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
Dirt particles must not be allowed to get into the high-pressure pump.

Disconnect plug connection (1) on metering unit.

Release screws (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection On Metering Unit

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Remove metering unit (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Metering Unit

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Assemble engine.

Check fuel system for leaks.

Check function of DDE.