Intake Manifold: Service and Repair

11 61 050 - Removing and installing air intake manifold (N52K)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove tension strut 51 71 372 Removing and Installing/Replacing Both Tension Struts on Spring Strut Domes
- Remove ignition coil cover Removing and Installing/Replacing Ignition Coil Cover
- Remove air intake filter housing Service and Repair





Open holder (2).
Disconnect plug connection (1) under of air intake manifold.
Release both crankcase breathers (3).





Disconnect plug connection (1).
Disconnect plug connection (3).
Release screws (4).
Detach engine wiring harness (2) from air intake manifold and lay to one side.





Disconnect plug connection (1) on oil pressure switch (2).





Release fuel rail (2) and lay to one side.

Note:
Do not detach fuel line.

Release screw (1).

Unscrew nuts (3).
Tightening torque 11 61 1AZ [1][2]11 61 Air Intake Manifold.





Raise air intake manifold approx. 10 cm.
Disconnect plug connections (1) at bottom.
Release tank vent line behind throttle valve assembly.





Installation:
Replace all seals.

Assemble engine.