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11 12 105 Removing and installing left cylinder head (N63)
2009 BMW X6 50iSECTION 11 12 105 Removing and installing left cylinder head (N63)
Special tools required:
- 11 4 470
See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS (N54, N63) .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Check timing .
- Remove left inlet and exhaust adjustment unit
Release screw (1).
NOTE:
Guide rail is loose from cylinder head.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.