11 15 015 Remove/install/replace engine ventilation line (N63)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove BOTH INTAKE SILENCER HOUSINGS .
Release the CONNECTION LINE ON THE VENTILATION LINE .

Unclip the connector (1) for the oxygen sensors from the holder.

Unlock and disconnect the connector (1) for the oxygen sensors.

Fig 1: Identifying Connectors For Oxygen Sensors

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Release screw (1).

Release both screw bosses (2).

Feed out carrier plate (3).

Unclip the cable for the oxygen sensors at the marked area.

Fig 2: Identifying Carrier Plate, Screw, And Screw Bosses

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NOTE: Both ventilation lines (1) and the purge air line (2) form a single unit and can only be removed or replaced together.

Fig 3: Identifying Ventilation Lines And Purge Air Line

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Use a screwdriver (3) to unlock the latch mechanisms (2) one after the other.

Remove the ventilation line (1) at the same time.

Fig 4: Unlocking Latch Mechanisms And Removing Ventilation Line

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NOTE: The operation describes the left side. The right side is identical to the left side.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 11 12 10AZ .

Fig 5: Identifying Screws

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NOTE: The operation describes the left side. The right side is identical to the left side.

IMPORTANT: This is a bayonet fitting!

Turn the ventilation line (1) in direction of arrow and afterwards pull it off from the cylinder head cover.

Fig 6: Turning Ventilation Line

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