2012 BMW 335xi Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Controllable engine mounts

Fig 1: Identifying Controllable Engine Mounts
G09871629Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Index Explanation
1 Controllable engine mount, left
2 vacuum line
3 Controllable engine mount, right

The switchover valve applies a partial vacuum to the engine mounts or switches the partial vacuum off. Depending on the application, soft characteristics or hard characteristics are set at the engine mounts.

The partial vacuum is generated by the vacuum pump on the engine. The partial vacuum is fed to the engine mounts through hose lines.

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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