11 36 590 Removing and installing/replacing solenoid valve of camshaft adjustment unit, right (M62 VANOS from 9/98)
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Remove intake filter housing with air-mass flow sensor.
Release screws on sealing flange.
NOTE:
The sealing flange seals the timing case cover via the solenoid valve.
If necessary, clean solenoid valve with a cloth.
Remove sealing flange (1).
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.
Have a cleaning cloth ready.
Make sure no oil drips onto the belt drive. Remove any remnants of oil immediately with cleaning cloth.
Release solenoid valve with special tool 11 6 420.
Installation
Install solenoid valve (1).
Clean solenoid valve (1) and sealing face (2).
Installation
Tighten down solenoid valve with special tool 11 6 420.
Tightening torque, refer to 11 36 12AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 540i .
Installation
Check sealing flange (1), replace if necessary.
Apply a light coat of oil to inside of sealing flange (1) at sealing face to solenoid valve and carefully install.
Installation
Insert screws on sealing flange and tighten down.