12 14 522 Replacing pulse generator on left inlet camshaft (M62): Installation:

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Coat sealing ring with anti-friction rubber coating (e.g. petroleum jelly).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.

Check stored fault messages.

Rectify faults.

Now clear the fault memory.