11 36 575 Replacing solenoid valve for exhaust side on VANOS adjustment unit

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Special tools required:

NOTE: For special tools, refer to ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Check stored fault messages
Switch off ignition

E85 only:

Remove fluid tank for windshield washer system. See 61 71 061 REPLACING FLUID TANK FOR WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM

Unlock plug (1) and remove. Cut through cable tie (2).

Fig 1: Unlocking Plug

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NOTE: Once it has been removed, oil drips from the solenoid valve.

Have a cleaning cloth ready.

Make sure no oil drips onto the belt drive. Remove any remnants of oil immediately with cleaning cloth.

Release solenoid valve with special tool 11 6 420.

Fig 2: Releasing Solenoid Valve With Special Tool 11 6 420

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Installation:

Tightening torque, refer to 11 36 1AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Now clear the fault memory.