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11 61 050 Removing and installing intake air manifold (S54)
2006 BMW M CoupeSECTION 11 61 050 Removing and installing intake air manifold (S54)
Special tools required:
- 11 9 160
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove intake filter housing
M3 CSL only:
- Remove raw air housing
NOTE:
Instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery. (See 12 00 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY
)
Disconnect negative battery lead.
Vehicles with SMG transmissions only:
- Open electronics box cover
- Detach relay (1) of hydraulic pump
- Disconnect line between expansion tank and hydraulic unit from intake manifold
IMPORTANT:
Reinstall relay (1) of hydraulic pump only after connecting line between expansion tank and hydraulic unit.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.