13 54 020 Removing and installing/sealing right throttle body (N63, S63)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Turn off ignition
Remove right intercooler . See 17 51 001 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT CHARGE AIR COOLER (N63) .

NOTE: Picture shows the left throttle valve assembly, the procedure for the right side is identical.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque: 13 54 1AZ .

Remove throttle valve assembly (3).

Installation:

Check plug connection (1) for coolant remnants. Clean soiled plug connection (1) with compressed air.

Fig 1: Identifying Throttle Valve Assembly, Plug Connection And Screws

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Installation:

Replace sealing ring (1) of throttle assembly (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Ring Of Throttle Assembly

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Installation:

Check stored fault message.

Delete fault memory.