BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing/Renewing Left Exhaust Manifold (N63)
WARNING: Risk of burning! Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove left TURBOCHARGER.
- Remove right TURBOCHARGER.
- Remove ALTERNATOR (not F04).
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 18 31 4AZ.
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Fig. 54: Identifying Screws
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 18 31 4AZ.
Remove heat shield (2).
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Fig. 55: Identifying Screws And Heat Shield
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 18 31 4AZ.
Remove heat shield (2) at rear left.
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Fig. 56: Identifying Screws And Heat Shield At Rear Left
Unscrew nuts.
Replace nuts.
Tightening torque 18 31 3AZ.
Remove exhaust manifold (1).
Installation note: Replace gasket (2).
Reinstall securing strip.
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Fig. 57: Locating Exhaust Manifold Nut And Gasket
Installation note: Replace gaskets (1).
Seal beads faces the exhaust manifold.
Coat threads with copper paste.
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Fig. 58: Identifying Exhaust Manifold Gasket
Assemble engine.
Check exhaust system for leak tightness.
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Right Exhaust Manifold (N63)
WARNING: Risk of burning!
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary work
Remove left TURBOCHARGER.
Remove right TURBOCHARGER.
Remove ALTERNATOR (not F0
Removing And Replacing The Catalytic Converter Cylinder 1-4 (N63)
WARNING: Risk of burning!
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary work
Remove ACOUSTIC COVER.
REMOVE BOTH INTAKE SILENCER HOUSINGS.
Remove EXHAUST SY
Front Axle
FRONT AXLE - RIDE HEIGHT
FRONT AXLE - RIDE HEIGHT F01/F02/REAR WHEEL
FRONT AXLE - RIDE HEIGHT AND REAR WHEEL SPECIFICATION
FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL F01/F02
FRONT AXLE DIFFERENT
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Alternator With Drive And Mounting
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING ALTERNATOR (N63)
Necessary preliminary tasks
Switch off ignition.
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD.
Remove ACOUSTIC COVER.
Remove left and right INTAKE FILTER HOUSINGS.
Remove alternator DRIVE BELT.
Remove intercooler EXPANSION TANK.
Remove FUEL FEED LINE
Pressure Line From Connecting Piece To Rear Heater - A/C System
Notes
WARNING: Risk of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Follow safety instructions for handling R 134A refrigerant.
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling REFRIGERANT OIL.
IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for raising the v
