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11 36 048 Removing and installing/replacing inlet and exhaust adjustment units on right side (N63)
2011 BMW X5 35dSECTION 11 36 048 Removing and installing/replacing inlet and exhaust adjustment units on right side (N63)
Special tools required:
IMPORTANT:
When the engine is shut down, the inlet and exhaust camshaft adjuster is normally locked in its initial position.
The situation may arise in some individual cases where this initial position is not reached and the camshaft can continue to be rotated in the adjustment range of the camshaft adjuster.
Where central bolts are not greased at the bolt contact points up to engine number 20024295 , the adjustment gear must be replaced for safety reasons.
The central bolts is greased from engine number 20024296 .
The situation may arise in some individual cases where this initial position is not reached and the camshaft can continue to be rotated in the adjustment range of the camshaft adjuster.
Where central bolts are not greased at the bolt contact points up to engine number 20024295 , the adjustment gear must be replaced for safety reasons.
The central bolts is greased from engine number 20024296 .
(cylinder bank 1 to 4)
Necessary preliminary work:
- Read fault memory and make a documentary record
- Remove RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD COVER
- Remove RIGHT GEAR CASE COVER
- Check TIMING .
To release central bolts, use special tool 11 9 890 or grip at hexagon head of camshaft.
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.