Replacing both left VANOS central valves

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WARNING: Hot fluids.
Risk of scalding!

Conduct all work in the vehicle wearing appropriate personal protective equipment only.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Grease the threads of new oxygen sensors thinly and evenly.
For oxygen sensors that are reused, the following should be observed:
Thinly and evenly grease the oxygen sensor on the thread only. Do not clean the part of the oxygen sensor that does not protrude into the exhaust line (sensor ceramics) and do not grease.
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Preliminary work

Refer to SUCTIONING THE AIR CONDITIONING .
Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER PANEL OF THE MASTER DME CONTROL UNIT .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER PANEL OF THE SLAVE DME CONTROL DEVICE .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE CONTROL UNIT BRACKET FOR CYLINDERS 1 TO 4 .
Refer to REMOVING IGNITION COIL OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to REMOVING RAIL FROM BANK 2 .
Refer to DISCONNECTING PLUG CONNECTIONS OF THE INJECTORS OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to REMOVING INJECTORS .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE REAR LEFT .
Removing the cover of the rear right engine compartment.

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- Loosen the lock (1)
- Remove the cover (2).
Covering the vehicle battery
WARNING:
Unprotected battery terminals. Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire!
- Cover the vehicle battery
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NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.
- Cover the vehicle battery with the special tool 2 452 007 as shown.
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to REMOVING THE COWL COVER .
Refer to REMOVING TRAILING LINK AT SPRING BOLT .
Refer to REMOVING THE COWL UPPER PART IN THE CENTER .
Refer to DISCONNECTING THE REFRIGERANT LINE FROM THE EXPANSION VALVE .
Refer to REMOVING THE REFRIGERANT LINE BETWEEN THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER AND THE EVAPORATOR .
Refer to REMOVING THE HOLDER WITH THE VEHICLE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SENSOR SYSTEM OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to REMOVING THE LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR FOR THE CYLINDERS 1 TO 4 .
Refer to REMOVING LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR FOR THE CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
Refer to REMOVING HOLDER OF DME CONTROL UNIT FOR CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT HIGH PRESSURE PUMP .
Refer to REMOVING COOLANT EXPANSION TANK .
Refer to REMOVING EXPANSION TANKS FOR THE CHARGE AIR COOLERS .
Refer to LIFTING THE HEAT SHIELD AT THE SIDE .
Refer to REMOVING THE OXYGEN SENSOR MONITOR OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Removing conduit from bank 1.

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- Loosen screws (1).
- Slide conduit (2) downwards.
Removing the tank ventilation line of cylinder bank 1 partially.

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- Press the tank vent line (2) on the catch (1) and unlock.
- Disconnect the tank vent line (2).
- Fold the tank vent line (2) to the side
Refer to REMOVING ENGINE VENTILATION LINE OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to REMOVING ENGINE VENTILATION LINE OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to REMOVING THE WIRING HARNESS FROM THE CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to REMOVING UPPER HEAT SHIELD .
Refer to REMOVING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER NEAR THE ENGINE AT TOPPING OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE LEFT .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE RIGHT .
Refer to RELEASING LEFT FRONT-END STRUT .
Refer to RELEASING THE RIGHT FRONT-END STRUT .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to REMOVING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to REMOVING RIGHT INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to REMOVING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR TOP CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC MOTOR .
Refer to REMOVING DRIVE BELT .
Refer to REMOVING THE BELT TENSIONER .
Refer to REMOVING THE COOLANT PUMP .
Refer to REMOVING THE BELT PULLEY ON THE TORSIONAL VIBRATION DAMPER .
Refer to REMOVING THE STIFFENING PLATE .
Refer to REMOVING THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND BOTTOM RIGHT .
Refer to DRAINING THE COOLANT FROM THE COOLANT PUMPS .
Refer to REMOVING OIL FILLER NECK .
Refer to REMOVING RIGHT CHARGE AIR COOLER .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT CHARGE AIR COOLER .
Refer to REMOVING THE INTAKE PIPE .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT THROTTLE VALVE ASSEMBLY .
Refer to REMOVING THE HOLDER WITH THE VEHICLE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SENSOR SYSTEM OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to REMOVING THE HOLDER WITH THE VEHICLE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SENSOR SYSTEM OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to REMOVING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT CYLINDER HEAD COVER .

Remove the sealing cap on the cylinder head of the cylinder bank 2

Loosen screws (1).
Remove the sealing cap (2) on the cylinder head.

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Moving the crankshaft to the installation position to adjust the timings

Turn the engine at the central bolt in clockwise direction until the installation position (MP) (1) of the vibration absorber is positioned flush with the marks of the engine block.

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Check the VANOS adjuster of cylinder bank 2

Check

Check the lock of intake and exhaust camshaft adjusters.
Position open-end spanner (1) on the hexagon head of the camshaft (2).
Move open-end spanner slightly back and forward in direction of arrow.
The camshafts must have a frictional connection to the VANOS adjusters (2).

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Result

» Camshafts are connected to the VANOS adjusters (2) with frictional connections.

Measure

Continue the repair with the next step.

Result

» If no frictional connection exists, replace the affected VANOS adjuster.

Measure

Replace the affected VANOS adjuster.

Measure

Check timing again.

Relaxing chain tensioner on bank 2 for checking or setting timing

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to timing chain or timing chain drive.
Turning the engine without chain tensioner or special tool can result in damage to the timing chain and timing chain drive.

Always turn the engine with the chain tensioner or the special tool.

Make sure that the chain drive is loaded at the same time on the central bolt of the engine and on the VANOS exhaust central valve.
The movement of the chain tensioner piston must be observed in this process.

To do this, carry out the following steps at the same time:
Keep the VANOS central valve on the exhaust side under tension in clockwise direction with a support person.
The VANOS central valve on the exhaust side must not be twisted.

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Rotate the engine counterclockwise at the central bolt.

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Slackening the hydraulic chain tensioner of cylinder bank 2

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to timing chain or timing chain drive.
Turning the engine without chain tensioner or special tool can result in damage to the timing chain and timing chain drive.

Always turn the engine with the chain tensioner or the special tool.

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Position the special tool 0 491 012 (11 4 120) (3) in the bore and fasten the chain tensioner piston.

Make sure that the chain drive is relieved at the same time on the central bolt of the engine and on the VANOS central valve on the exhaust side.
To do this, carry out the following steps at the same time:
Relieve the chain drive clockwise at the central bolt.

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Relieve the chain drive counterclockwise at the VANOS central valve on the exhaust side.

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Removing hydraulic chain tensioner of cylinder bank 2

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to timing chain or timing chain drive.
Turning the engine without chain tensioner or special tool can result in damage to the timing chain and timing chain drive.

Always turn the engine with the chain tensioner or the special tool.

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Loosen screws (1).
Feed out and remove hydraulic chain tensioner (2).

Preloading the timing chain of cylinder bank 2

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to timing chain or timing chain drive.
Turning the engine without chain tensioner or special tool can result in damage to the timing chain and timing chain drive.

Always turn the engine with the chain tensioner or the special tool.

Position the special tool 2 249 162 on the cylinder head and apply the screws (1) hand-tight.
Exchange the screw (2) on the special tool 2 249 162 with an (M8x15) hexagon screw.

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Pretension special tool 2 249 162 using special tool 0 496 778 (00 9 460) at 0.6 Nm.
The flexible shaft on the special tool 0 496 778 (00 9 460) must not touch any other components, as the torque value will be falsified.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Preload timing chain
tightening torque		0.6 Nm

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Fixing the engine in the installation position on cylinder 1 (set valve timings)

Position special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3) on the vibration absorber.
Position special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) in special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) .
The special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) must not be inserted very far as it may collide with other components while turning the crankshaft.
Position reversible ratchet.
Rotate engine on the central bolt until the special tool lines up with the engine block marks.
Hand-tighten the special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3) with a screw (2) of the belt pulley on the vibration absorber.

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Slide the crankshaft in the installation position with the special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) at the marks and fix it.

Position special tool 2 249 137 (1) on the camshafts of cylinder bank 1.
Secure the camshafts using special tool 2 249 137 (1).
Bring the special tool 2 249 137 (1) with two screws (2) of the cylinder head cover by hand-tightening in contact with the cylinder head.

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Release VANOS central valve (1).
Make sure that the exhaust camshaft adjuster and the intake adjuster must not be removed from the camshafts.
Remove the VANOS central valves (1).
Replacement: Replace the VANOS central valves (1).
Parts: VANOS central valves
Position VANOS central valves (1).
Tighten VANOS central valves (1) hand-tight.

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Make straights marks on the VANOS central valves (1) and on the VANOS adjusters (2) in the area of the hexagon head.
The angle must be 60°.

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Release the VANOS central valves (1) in the area of the hexagon head counterclockwise in arrow direction until the upper mark of the VANOS central valve matches with the lower mark.
The rotational angle is 60°.

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Turn the engine counter-clockwise by 90° at central bolt.
Make sure that the special tools 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) and 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (2) do not collide with the other components.
Remove the special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (2).

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Position the special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) in the recess on the engine block.
Turn the engine on the central bolt clockwise until the special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) lies against special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (2).
Hand-tighten the special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (2) with a screw (3) of the belt pulley on the vibration absorber.
Remove the special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1).

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Checking the preload of the timing chain for cylinder bank 2

Check the preload on the special tool 2 249 162 with the special tool 0 496 778 (00 9 460) with 0.6 Nm.
The flexible shaft on the special tool 0 496 778 (00 9 460) must not touch any other components, as the torque value will be falsified.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Preload timing chain
tightening torque		0.6 Nm

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Tighten VANOS central valves (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

VANOS central valve initial torque
VANOS central valve	Joining torque	5 Nm

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Turn engine on the central bolt until the special tool is aligned with the struts on the engine block.
The special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3) must be secured to the vibration absorber by means of a screw of the belt pulley (2).
Slide the crankshaft in the installation position with the special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) on the bars and fix it.

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Tighten VANOS central valves (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

VANOS central valve second tightening
VANOS central valve	Joining torque	30 Nm
VANOS central valve	Joining torque	50 Nm

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Position special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) (1) on the VANOS exhaust central valve.
The magnetic foot of the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) must be attached to a magnetic component in the engine compartment.

The flexible element of the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) (1) may not collide with other components.

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Set the display of angle of rotation on the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) to zero (arrow).

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Tighten the VANOS central valve of the intake side until the needle on the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) is at 30° (arrow).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

VANOS central valve third tightening
VANOS central valve	Angle of rotation	30°

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Position the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) (1) on the VANOS central valve of the intake side.
The magnetic foot of the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) (1) must be attached to a magnetic component in the engine compartment.

The flexible element of the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) (1) may not collide with other components.

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Set the display of angle of rotation on the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) to zero (arrow).

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Tighten the VANOS central valve of the intake side until the needle on the special tool 0 490 504 (00 9 120) is at 30° (arrow).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

VANOS central valve third tightening
VANOS central valve	Angle of rotation	30°

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Turn the engine clockwise on the central bolt by 2 crankshaft revolutions until the installation position (MP) (1) of the vibration absorber aligns with the struts of the engine block.

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Check the camshaft positions of bank 1.
The cams (1) must be in the position shown.

The increment wheels (2) must form a line to the exhaust camshaft bearing cap and to the intake camshaft bearing cap.

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NOTE: Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical.

NOTE: To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.

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Make sure that the ground surfaces (2) of the camshafts point up.
Make sure that the rounded surfaces (1) point downwards to the cylinder head.
Check and evaluate the timing once again.

Fixing the engine in the installation position on cylinder 1 (set valve timings)

Position special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3) on the vibration absorber.
Position special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) in special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) .
The special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) must not be inserted very far as it may collide with other components while turning the crankshaft.
Position reversible ratchet.
Rotate engine on the central bolt until the special tool lines up with the engine block marks.

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Hand-tighten the special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3) with a screw (2) of the belt pulley on the vibration absorber.
Slide the crankshaft in the installation position with the special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) at the marks and fix it.

Installing the special tool to secure the camshafts of cylinder bank 2

Check

Position the special tool 2 249 117 (1) on the camshafts of cylinder bank 2.
Check if the camshafts can be fastened with the special tool 2 249 117 (1).
Check if the special tool 2 249 117 can be brought in contact with the cylinder head using the two screws of the cylinder head cover (2).

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Result

» The camshafts can be fastened.

Measure

Loosen screws (2).
Remove the special tool 2 249 117 (1).

Continue the repair in the next step.

Result

» The camshafts cannot be fastened.

Measure

Adjust the timings of cylinder bank 2.

Removing special tool to pretension timing chain on cylinder bank 2

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to timing chain or timing chain drive.
Turning the engine without chain tensioner or special tool can result in damage to the timing chain and timing chain drive.

Always turn the engine with the chain tensioner or the special tool.

Release timing chain on the special tool 2 249 162 by turning the hexagon screw (2).
Release special tool 2 249 162 in area (1) and remove.

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Make sure that the cams (1) of the camshafts are in the position shown.
Make sure that the increment wheels (2) align with the exhaust camshaft bearing cap and the intake camshaft bearing cap.
The ground surfaces of the camshafts should be facing upward.

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NOTE: Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical.

NOTE: To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.

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Make sure that the ground surfaces (2) of the camshafts point up.
Make sure that the rounded surfaces (1) point downwards to the cylinder head.
Check and evaluate the timing once again.

Remove the special tools to disconnect the crankshaft

Remove special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1).
Release the screw (2) of the belt pulley.
Remove special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3).

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Removing special tool for fixing camshafts in position on bank 2

Loosen screws (2).
Remove the special tool 2 249 117 (1).

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Turn the engine clockwise on the central bolt by 2 crankshaft revolutions until the installation position (MP) (1) of the vibration absorber aligns with the struts of the engine block.

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Fixing the engine in the installation position on cylinder 1 (set valve timings)

Position special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3) on the vibration absorber.
Position special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) in special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) .
The special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) must not be inserted very far as it may collide with other components while turning the crankshaft.
Position reversible ratchet.
Rotate engine on the central bolt until the special tool lines up with the engine block marks.
Hand-tighten the special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3) with a screw (2) of the belt pulley on the vibration absorber.

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Slide the crankshaft in the installation position with the special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1) at the marks and fix it.

Check

Position special tool 2 249 117 (1) on the camshafts of cylinder bank 2.
Check whether the camshafts can be fixed with the special tool 2 249 117 (1).
Check whether the special tool 2 249 117 (1) can be brought into contact with the cylinder head using 2 screws (2) of the cylinder head cover.

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Result

» The camshafts can be fastened.

Measure

Loosen screws (2).
Remove the special tool 2 249 117 (1).

Continue the repair in the next step.

Result

» The camshafts cannot be fastened.

Measure

Adjust the timings of cylinder bank 2.

Installing the hydraulic chain tensioner of cylinder bank 2

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to timing chain or timing chain drive.
Turning the engine without chain tensioner or special tool can result in damage to the timing chain and timing chain drive.

Always turn the engine with the chain tensioner or the special tool.

Feed in and position the hydraulic chain tensioner (2).
Tighten the screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Chain tensioner to cylinder head
screw	Tightening torque	13 Nm

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Remove the special tool 0 491 012 (11 4 120) or transportation retainer (3) from the bore.

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Removing special tool for fixing camshafts in position on bank 2

Loosen screws (2).
Remove the special tool 2 249 117 (1).

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Remove the special tools to disconnect the crankshaft

Remove special tool 0 493 882 (11 9 190) (1).
Release the screw (2) of the belt pulley.
Remove special tool 0 496 366 (11 8 570) (3).

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Installing the sealing cap on the cylinder head of cylinder bank 2

Replace the seal (1).
Parts: Seal

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Position the sealing cap (2) on the cylinder head.
Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Sealing cap to cylinder head
M6x20 screw	Tightening torque	9.5 Nm

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT CYLINDER HEAD COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .

Installing holder with the wiring harness for the sensor system of cylinder bank 2.

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Position the holder with the wiring harness for the sensor system.

Tighten screws (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUES

Holder of sensor system
M6x16 screw	Tightening torque	10Nm

Connect plug connection (3) and lock.
Engage the coolant ventilation line in area (1) at the holder.

Refer to INSTALLING THE HOLDER WITH THE VEHICLE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SENSOR SYSTEM OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT THROTTLE BODY .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE PIPE .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT-HAND CHARGE AIR COOLER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE RIGHT-HAND CHARGE AIR COOLER .
Refer to INSTALLING OIL FILLER NECK .
Refer to CLOSING THE COOLANT PUMPS .
Refer to FILLING THE LOW-TEMPERATURE COOLING SYSTEM WITH THE VACUUM FILLING EQUIPMENT .
Refer to VENTING THE LOW-TEMPERATURE COOLING SYSTEM .
Refer to INSTALLING THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND BOTTOM RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE STIFFENING PLATE .
Refer to INSTALLING COOLANT PUMPS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE BELT TENSIONER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE BELT PULLEY ON THE TORSIONAL VIBRATION DAMPER .
Refer to INSTALLING DRIVE BELT .
Refer to INSTALLING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC MOTOR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR TOP CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to INSTALLING CLEAN AIR PIPE OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to INSTALLING RIGHT INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to INSTALLING LEFT INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE LEFT FRONT-END STRUT .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE FRONT-END STRUT ON THE RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE LEFT .
Refer to INSTALLING UPPER CATALYTIC CONVERTER NEAR ENGINE FOR BANK 2 .
Refer to INSTALLING HEAT SHIELD, TOP .

Installing conduit on bank 2

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Clip the wiring harness (2) into the clamps (1).

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Position the wiring harness.

Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES

Cable duct
M6x16 screw	Tightening torque	10Nm

Refer to INSTALLING ENGINE VENTILATION LINE OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE TANK VENTILATION LINE OF CYLINDER BANK 1 PARTIALLY .

Installing cable duct at cylinder bank 1.

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Position the conduit (2).
Tighten the screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES

Cable duct
M6x16 screw	Tightening torque	10Nm

Refer to INSTALLING THE ENGINE VENTILATION LINE OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OXYGEN SENSOR MONITOR OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to INSTALLING HOLDER OF THE DME CONTROL UNIT FOR CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
Refer to CHECKING THE POSITION OF THE HEAT SHIELD .
Refer to INSTALLING THE EXPANSION TANK FOR THE CHARGE AIR COOLER .
Refer to INSTALLING COOLANT EXPANSION TANK .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR FOR THE CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR FOR THE CYLINDERS 1 TO 4 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT HIGH PRESSURE PUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING THE HOLDER WITH THE VEHICLE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SENSOR SYSTEM OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CENTER COWL UPPER PART .
Refer to INSTALLING TENSION STRUT ON SHOCK TOWER .
Refer to INSTALLING WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Installing the rear right engine compartment cover.

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Remove the battery cover .

NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.
- Remove the special tool 2 452 007 from the battery.
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- Install the cover (2).
- Lock the lock (1).
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to INSTALLING INJECTORS .
Refer to CONNECTING THE CONNECTOR OF THE INJECTORS OF CYLINDER BANK 2 .
Refer to INSTALLING RAIL OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to INSTALLING IGNITION COILS OF CYLINDER BANK 1 .
Refer to INSTALLING CONTROL UNIT HOLDER FOR CYLINDERS 1 TO 4 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER PANEL OF THE MASTER DME CONTROL UNIT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER PANEL OF THE SLAVE DME CONTROL UNIT .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to CONNECTING BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
Refer to EVACUATE AND CHARGE CONDITIONING .