11 36 715 Removing and installing/replacing both solenoid valves on left side (N62/N62TU)

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(Cylinder Bank 5 To 8)

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Read out fault memory of control unit of Digital Motor Electronics (DME).
Switch off ignition.
Remove design cover.
Unlock hose on tank venting valve and disconnect.

NOTE: Solenoid valve (1) controls adjusting unit on inlet side. Solenoid valve (2) controls adjusting unit on exhaust side.

Unlock plug of solenoid valves (1 and 2) and disconnect.

Release screws and remove holder (3).

Pull out solenoid valves (1 and 2).

Installation:

Check holder (3) for deformation; replace if necessary.

Fig 1: Identifying Solenoid Valves

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Installation:

Clean sealing faces (1) on cylinder head.

Fig 2: View Of Sealing Faces On Cylinder Head

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Installation:

Replace O-rings (1 and 2) on solenoid valve (3) and lubricate.

Fig 3: Locating O-Rings On Solenoid Valve

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Installation:

Press in solenoid valve as far as it will go.

Make sure holders are in correct installation positions.

Install and tighten down screws.

Now clear the fault memory.

Fig 4: Identifying Correct Installation Position Of Holders

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