13 54 030 Removing and installing/sealing the throttle body (N16)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit.
Check stored fault messages.
Switch off ignition.
Remove the air intake hose.

Release screws.

Tightening torque 13 54 1AZ .

Carefully feed out throttle body (1) toward the top until the connector for the cable connection is accessible.

Unlock connector and remove.

Remove throttle body (1).

Fig 1: Locating Throttle Body Screws

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Installation note:

Replace sealing ring (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Ring

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Delete fault memory.