11 36 655 Removing And Installing/Replacing Both Solenoid Valves (N12)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 MINI Cooper and 2007 MINI Cooper. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Always check that the solenoid valves are clean during removal and installation.
Possible malfunction if valves are contaminated:

Rough running.
OBD fault entry.
Exhaust emission behavior.
Low engine power.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove acoustic cover

Disconnect plug connection for solenoid valve (3) - inlet.

Release screw (1).

Remove solenoid valve (2) for inlet side.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection For Solenoid Valve

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Disconnect plug connection for solenoid valve - exhaust.

Release screw (2).

Remove solenoid valve (1) for exhaust side.

Fig 2: Identifying Solenoid Valve

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Installation:

Replace sealing rings on solenoid valves.

Fig 3: Identifying Sealing Rings On Solenoid Valves

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Assemble engine.

Check function of DME.