11 41 115 installing and removing/replacing hydraulic valve for oil pressure control (B48, B46)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FULL-FLOW OIL FILTER .

Removal:

Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Release screw (2).

Fig 1: Hydraulic Valve Connector And Screw

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Remove hydraulic valve (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Hydraulic Valve

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Installation:

NOTE: Replace O-ring (1).

Oil O-ring (1).

Fig 3: O-Ring

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Install hydraulic valve (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Installing Hydraulic Valve

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Tighten screw (2).

Tightening torque: 11 00 2AZ .

Connect the connector (1).

Fig 5: Hydraulic Valve Connector And Screw

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Required follow-up work:

Check engine for leaks