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Install the rail of cylinders 4 to 6

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
When assembling, it is essential to observe screwing sequences and tightening torques.
Failure to comply with the regulations can lead to leaks and damage.

Prepare the injectors for installation 

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Damage to the injector tips and Teflon ring. 
Improper handling of the injector tips and Teflon ring can lead to malfunctioning of the injector. 
  • Avoid mechanical contact with injector tip.
  • When exchanging Teflon ring, hands and work surface must be clean and free of oil. Do not use any lubricating agents.
  • Do not use fingernails to slide Teflon ring on.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Before re-exchanging the injector, the Teflon ring must be replaced. Once a Teflon ring has been installed, it may not be re-used. New injectors are supplied with a new Teflon ring.
After installation of a new Teflon ring on the injectors, the injector must be installed in the cylinder head within 10 minutes or protected with protective caps; otherwise, the Teflon ring will swell.
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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Damage to injectors. 
Weld seams on the injector may tear due to incorrect distances between the rail and injector so that the injector must be replaced. 
  • Insertion of the distance gauge is compulsory.
  • Replace distance gauge, if a thickness of 8.5 mm is no longer given in the distance gauge.
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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
When assembling, it is essential to observe screwing sequences and tightening torques.
Failure to comply with the regulations can lead to leaks and damage.
G12730513Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
When assembling, it is essential to observe screwing sequences and tightening torques.
Failure to comply with the regulations can lead to leaks and damage.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
When assembling, it is essential to observe screwing sequences and tightening torques.
Failure to comply with the regulations can lead to leaks and damage.
G12730516Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Ground cable to rail
M6 Tightening torque  5 Nm
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Follow-up work