Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
11 34 715 Replacing all valve springs (N54, N54T)
Mixing up the valve springs will result in damage to the engine.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove cylinder head cover
- Remove CYLINDER HEAD .
- Remove EXHAUST CAMSHAFT .
- Remove INTAKE CAMSHAFT
- Remove ROLLER CAM FOLLOWERS
Intake valves
Fit cylinder head on special tool 11 9 000 .
Press valve spring down on spring cup with special tools 11 0 009 and 11 9 017.
Exhaust valves
Fit cylinder head on special tool 11 9 000 .
Press valve spring down on spring cup with special tools 11 0 009 and 11 0 346.
Remove valve tapers with a magnet.
Remove valve spring and spring retainer.
Set down on special tool 11 4 480 in a tidy and orderly fashion.
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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.