11 37 020 Removing and installing/replacing positioning motor for eccentric shaft (N12)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect plug connection (2) on servodrive.

Pull off engine wiring harness at retaining clip (1) from servodrive.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Retaining Clip

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 37 4AZ .

Installation:

Replace seal.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to intermediate shaft.

Turn screwdriver (1) counterclockwise in direction of arrow and relieve tension on intermediate shaft.

NOTE: Do not rotate shaft too far up to maximum to end stop.

Remove servodrive.

Fig 3: Turning Screwdriver

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Installation:

Insert servodrive with screwdriver (2).

Assemble engine.

Check function of DME.