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Removing and installing/replacing front
exhaust manifold (M54, N52)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Secure engine in installation position

Remove reinforcement plate

Remove complete exhaust system

Detach grounding cable from body.

Remove right engine support arm with engine mount

M54: Remove air pump.

Note:

The oxygen sensors are in danger of being damaged when the
exhaust manifolds are removed and installed.

Remove front control sensor.

M54: Remove cover from injection valves.

Note:

Do not mix up monitor sensors for cylinders 1 to 3 and 4 to 6
at plug connection to wiring harness.

Mark plug connections.

Unclip cable from holder. Disconnect plug connection. Unclip
cable on rear side of engine from cable guide.

Remove monitor sensor from cylinders 1 to 3.

Unscrew nuts.

Remove exhaust manifold (1).

Installation:

Clean sealing faces, replace gaskets.

Replace nuts.

Tightening torque  11 62 1AZ

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RA  Removing and installing/replacing front exhaust manifold (M54, N52)

BMW AG - TIS

11.02.2013  10:23

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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