Removing and Installing Left VANOS Gear for 5 Series E39 M5 (S62) Engine
Caution!
CCW thread!
Install inlet- and exhaust-side splined shafts.
Brace against twin surface (1) and release hex head (2).
Tightening torque 10 Nm.
Oil is sprayed when splined shafts are pressed back. Cover
bore (1) with a cloth.
Connect special tool 12 6 050 in conjunction with special tool
12 6 411 to solenoid valves of VANOS adjustment unit. Connect
special tool 12 6 411 to correct terminals on car battery.
Press button 2 on special tool 12 6 050 and at same time
press back exhaust-side splined shaft by hand as far as it will go.
Press button 4 on special tool 12 6 050 and at same time
press back inlet-side splined shaft by hand as far as it will go.
Replace O-rings (1 and 2) on VANOS adjustment unit.
Coat O-rings (1) with oil as antiseize agent.
Caution!
O-rings (2) fall out very easily, secure with grease if
necessary.
Cylinder bank 5 to 8:
Turn spline hubs (1) of inlet and exhaust camshafts to right limit
position.
RA Removing and installing/replacing left VANOS gear (S62)
BMW AG - TIS
21.02.2013 08:57
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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