13 54 030 Removing and installing/sealing throttle valve assembly (N52 / N52K / N51 / N53)

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Read and comply with notes on Protection Against Electrostatic Damage (ESD protection).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
Remove Air Intake Hose

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release screws.

For tightening torque refer to 13 54 1AZ in 13 54 THROTTLE AND ACTUATOR .

Remove throttle assembly (2).

Fig 1: Removing Throttle Valve Assembly

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Installation:

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

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Ring

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Installation:

Check stored fault messages.

Now clear the fault memory.