13 53 240 Replacing complete injection pipe (S65)

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Read out fault memory of DME control unit; if necessary, work through test schedules
Switch off ignition
Remove INTAKE AIR MANIFOLD

Recycling

Fuel escapes when fuel line is detached. Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Release screws (1).

Unclip fuel line (2).

Unlock plugs on fuel injectors and disconnect.

Unlock, disconnect and seal fuel line (3).

Remove injection pipe.

Seal openings for fuel injectors in throttle valve housings with special tool 11 5 210.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Line With Screws

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Seal fuel hose with special tool 13 5 281.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool (13 5 281)

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Lever out retainers (1).

Pull fuel injectors out of injection pipe.

Installation

Replace sealing rings on fuel injectors and coat with anti-friction agent.

Fig 3: Pulling Out Retainers

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NOTE: Now clear the fault memory.