11 36 570 Replacing solenoid valve for inlet side on VANOS adjustment unit

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NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - X5 (3.0i) .

Special Tools Required:

32 2 110

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit.
Check stored fault messages.
Switch off ignition.

Unlock hose (1) and detach.

Unlock plug (2) and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Solenoid Valve Hose And Plug

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NOTE: Once it has been removed, oil drips from the solenoid valve.

Have a cleaning cloth ready.

Make sure no oil drips onto the belt drive. Remove any remnants of oil immediately with cleaning cloth.

Do not damage oil line when releasing solenoid valve.

Release solenoid valve with special tool 32 2 110 .

Fig 2: Removing Solenoid Valve

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Installation:

Tightening torque, (30 N.m.).

Now clear the fault memory.