11 12 719 Milling down cylinder head gasketing face (M62)
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(Cylinder head dismantled)
Check planeness of cylinder head gasketing face with straightedge (standard).
Deviation from planeness max. 0.05 mm.
NOTE:
Machine limit, refer to ENGINE - TECHNICAL DATA - 540I (E39)
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CAUTION:
To compensate for compression, there is a repair cylinder head gasket.
NOTE:
The repair cylinder head gasket is designated at the back with a bore beside the 4th or 8th cylinder.