12 51 001 Replacing wiring harness section for engine (M62): Installation:

To prevent leaks, you must install profile seals correctly.

Fig 1: Removing Grounding Cables From Ground Support Point

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Detach profile seals (1) towards top.

To prevent leaks, you must install profile seals correctly.

Fig 2: Detaching Profile Seals

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Detach plug (2) from temperature sensor.

Fig 3: Detaching Plug From Temperature Sensor

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Detach plug (1) from tank venting valve (2).

Fig 4: Detaching Plug From Tank Venting Valve

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Remove intake hose, refer to 13 54 250 .

Detach plug (1) from throttle assembly.

Fig 5: Detaching Plug From Throttle Assembly

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Detach plug (3) from alternator.

Fig 6: Detaching Plug From Alternator

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Detach plug connections (1) of knock sensors from cable strips.

Detach plug (2) from electric changeover valve.

Detach plugs (3) of camshaft sensors from cable strips.

Fig 7: Detaching Plug Connections

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Detach plug (1) from solenoid valve of camshaft adjustment unit on left and right.

Detach plug (2) from switch for program map control.

Fig 8: Detaching Plug From Solenoid Valve Of Camshaft Adjustment Unit On Left And Right

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Remove sealing caps on covers of ignition coils.

Release nuts.

Remove covers on ignition coils.

Fig 9: Removing Covers On Ignition Coils

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Check profile seals (1) on left and right for damage and correct seating, replace if necessary.

Fig 10: Checking Profile Seals

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Unfasten left and right connections on ignition coils.

Disconnect thin grounding cables.

Fig 11: Disconnecting Thin Grounding Cables

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Screw thin grounding cable to ignition coils of cylinders 2 and 7.

Fig 12: Screwing Thin Grounding Cable To Ignition Coils Of Cylinders 2 And 7

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Unclip lines on guide tube (1) for oil dipstick.

Fig 13: Removing Lines On Guide Tube

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Unclip lines on guide tube (1) for oil dipstick.

Release cable ties on battery positive lead in area of upper oil sump section.

Fig 14: Removing Lines On Guide Tube

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