12 14 523 Replacing pulse generator for inlet camshaft (S62)

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Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.

Switch off ignition.

The instructions apply to removing and installing both pulse generators for the left and right inlet camshafts.

Illustrations show removal of the left pulse generator for inlet camshaft.

Installation location is at rear of cylinder head.

To remove left pulse generator for inlet camshaft:

Remove left partition wall for equipment compartment. Refer to 51 71 080 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PARTITION WALL FOR EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT ON LEFT .

To remove right pulse generator for inlet camshaft:

Remove right partition wall for equipment compartment. Refer to 51 71 080 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PARTITION WALL FOR EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT ON RIGHT .

For a better overview, the following work steps are shown on an engine that has been removed.

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Remove bracket (2).

Disconnect plug connection (3) for left knock sensor pair.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 2: Removing Pulse Generator

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Release screw (2).

Remove pulse generator for inlet camshaft (3).

Installation:

Check seal (1) of pulse generator, replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Checking Seal Of Pulse Generator

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control module.

Check stored fault messages.

Rectify faults.

Then clear fault memory.