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11 37 012 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Intermediate Levers (N62 From 9/03 And N62TU)
Special tools required:
(cylinder bank 5 to 8)
Removal of intermediate levers is described separately from installation.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove SERVOMOTOR FOR LEFT ECCENTRIC SHAFT
- Remove ignition coils on cylinder bank 5 to 8
- Remove LEFT CYLINDER HEAD COVER
- Remove spark plugs on cylinder bank 5 to 8
- Remove LEFT INLET AND EXHAUST ADJUSTMENT UNITS
The inlet camshaft must first be rotated so that when the bearing bracket is removed the intermediate levers do not slip out and damage the camshaft.
Rotate inlet camshaft against direction of rotation until lettering (1) on 8th cylinder points upwards in cylinder axis and cam is horizontal.
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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.