11 71 025 Removing and installing/replacing throttle valve (M57T2)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove acoustic cover. See 13..... REMOVE THE ACOUSTIC COVERS (M57T2 WITH AND WITHOUT SCR) .

Unclip Bowden cable for engine compartment lid actuator from transverse reinforcement (1).

Release screws on left and right sides.

Tightening torque: 51 71 4AZ

Fig 1: Locating Transverse Reinforcement Screws

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Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Unclip cable clip (3).

Unlock snap fastener (2) on pressure pipe.

Detach pressure pipe from exhaust-gas recirculation valve.

Fig 2: Detaching Pressure Pipe From Exhaust-Gas Recirculation Valve

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 71 4AZ .

Remove the throttle valve from the exhaust-gas recirculation valve.

Fig 3: Identifying Exhaust-Gas Recirculation Valve And Screws

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Installation note:

Clean sealing surfaces.

Replace gasket (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Throttle Valve And Gasket

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Assemble engine.