11 15 007 Replacing connecting line on left (N63)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove AIR INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING ON LEFT .

Unclip plugs (1 and 2) from holder.

Unlock the plugs (1 and 2) and disconnect them.

Fig 1: Identifying Left High Pressure Pump Connectors

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Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Unlock the holder (2) and carefully guide it out by removing upward.

Fig 2: Identifying Holder And Connector

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Release screws (1 and 2).

Remove holders (3) upwards.

Fig 3: Identifying Carrier Plate And Screws

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Release screws (1).

Feed out holder (3) towards top.

Fig 4: Identifying Left Carrier Plate Holder And Screws

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Version 1: 

1. Unlock the retainer.
2. Pull off the retainer together with the line.

Pull the connecting line off the clean air pipe and engine crankcase ventilation line.

Fig 5: Unlocking And Pulling-Off Retainer Together With Line

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Version 2: 

Pull the line (1) gently in the direction indicated by the arrow.

At the same time, use a screwdriver (3) to unlock the latch mechanisms (2) one after the other.

Pull the connecting line off the clean air pipe and engine crankcase ventilation line.

Fig 6: Pulling Connecting Line Off Clean Air Pipe And Engine Crankcase Ventilation Line

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Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 11 12 10AZ .

Detach the connecting line (1) from the cylinder head cover by pulling it upward.

Fig 7: Detaching Connecting Line From Cylinder Head Cover

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Conduct visual inspection to check for loose parts.

Remove any loose parts that may be on the oil separator.

Fig 8: Identifying Engine Oil Filler Hole

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