11 12 719 Milling down cylinder head gasketing face (M62)

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(Cylinder head dismantled)

Check flatness of cylinder head gasketing face with straightedge (standard).

Deviation max. 0.05 mm.

NOTE: Machine limit,
refer to ENGINE - TECHNICAL DATA - X5 .

Fig 1: Checking Flatness Of Cylinder Head Gasketing Face With Straightedge

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CAUTION: To compensate for compression, there is a repair cylinder head gasket.

NOTE: The repair cylinder head gasket is designated at the back with a bore beside the 4th or 8th cylinder.

Fig 2: Locating Repair Cylinder Head Gasket Bore

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