13 90 500 Replacing tank venting valve (M52TU, M54)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 525i, 2002 BMW 525i, and 2001 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn off ignition.

Location:

Tank venting valve (2) is fitted at front below intake air manifold (1).

Z3, E39 and E46:

Remove intake filter housing.

E53/M54 only:

Remove intake hose.

Fig 1: Locating Tank Venting Valve

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Z3, E39, E46 and E53:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release vent hose (2). To do so, press locking bar and detach vent hose.

Fig 2: Releasing Tank Vent Hose

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Detach hose (1) from tank venting valve (2).

NOTE: Illustration shows removed supply tank for power steering.

Fig 3: Detaching Hose From Tank Venting Valve

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control module.
Check stored fault messages.
Rectify faults.
Then clear fault memory.