11 37 020 Removing and installing/replacing positioning motor for eccentric shaft (N16)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ACOUSTIC COVER .

Disconnect plug connection (2) on servodrive.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Servodrive Plug Connection And Retaining Clip

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 37 4AZ .

Installation note:

Replace gasket.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to intermediate shaft.

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

NOTE: Do not rotate shaft too far (maximum/end stop).

Fig 3: Relieving Tension On Intermediate Shaft Using Screwdriver

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Remove servodrive.

Installation note:

Insert servodrive with screwdriver (2).

Assemble engine.

Check function of Digital Engine Electronics.