11 36 590 Removing and installing/replacing solenoid valve of camshaft adjustment unit, right (M62 VANOS from 9/98): Installation

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Install solenoid valve (1).

Clean solenoid valve (1) and sealing face (2).

Fig 1: Installing Solenoid Valve

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Tighten down solenoid valve with special tool 11 6 420.

Tightening Torque,

refer to 11 36 12AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES

Fig 2: Tightening Solenoid Valve With Special Tool 11 6 420

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Check sealing flange (1), replace if necessary.

Apply a light coat of oil to inside of sealing flange (1) at sealing face to solenoid valve and carefully install.

Fig 3: Installing Sealing Flange

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Insert screws on sealing flange and tighten down.

Fig 4: Inserting Screws On Sealing Flange

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