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Removing & installing the right valves

CAUTION: Sharp-edge components.
Injury hazard!
  • Where applicable, cover up or mask off sharp-edged components.

Preliminary work 

Removing the spark plugs of cylinder bank 1 (cylinder head removed) 

CAUTION: Swirling dirt particles caused by compressed air.
Injury hazard!
  • Collect dirt particles, e.g. when blowing out, use cloth to do so.
  • Wear safety goggles.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Clean spark plug slot with compressed air.
The spark plug shaft must be cleaned using compressed air after having removed the ignition coils and before removing the spark plugs. After having removed the spark plugs, once again check the sealing surface for contamination and (if necessary) clean using a moist cloth or clean using compressed air.
Deposits that are not removed according to instructions may enter the combustion chamber and lead to uncontrolled combustion. Remaining deposits on the spark plug sealing surfaces may lead to leaks and the spark plugs may come loose during engine operation.
Spark plug threads must not be greased or oiled. Insufficiently tightened spark plugs may cause leaks and the sparks plugs may come loose during engine operation.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Exclusively swiveling extensions may be used for the reversible ratchet. Rigid mounting tool and variable plug connections with rigid option may not be used; there is a risk that the insulator breaks.
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CAUTION: Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.
  • Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.

Removing the right intake plenum (cylinder head removed) 

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Installing the cylinder head of cylinder bank 1 on the assembly jig 

CAUTION: Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.
  • Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.
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Number Description
1 Device
2 Rod
3 Adapter
4 Lug
5 Quick tensioning device
6 Aluminum frame insert
7 Shaped part
8 Plastic shaped part
9 lever
10 hook
11 Valve spring cage
12 Valve spring cage
13 Valve spring cage
14 Valve spring cage
15 Valve spring cage
16 Valve spring cage
17 Valve spring cage
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Flange to assembly jig
M14X30 Tightening torque  135 Nm
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Removing hydraulic valve clearance compensating elements on exhaust side of bank 1 

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Remove torsion springs

Prerequisite

If the Valvetronic servomotor is installed, the eccentric shaft must be released via the Valvetronic servomotor.

CAUTION: Spring preload.
Injury hazard!
  • The use of the specified special tool (tool) is mandatory.
  • Carry out the described steps properly.
NOTE: The description is for one component only. The procedure is identical for all further components.
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Twist camshaft if necessary.

Removing the sliding block of cylinder bank 1 

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Remove the intermediate lever of the intake side 

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Removing the roller cam follower of the intake camshaft 

NOTE: The description is for one component only. The procedure is identical for all further components.
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Removing the eccentric shaft of cylinder bank 1 

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Contaminant or foreign body. 
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks. 
  • Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
  • Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
  • Close off line connections with seal plugs.
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Setting up cylinder head of bank 1 on special tool 119000 

CAUTION: Heavy component. 
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage. 
  • Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.
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Remove valves 

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Replacing the valve stem seals 

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Contaminant or foreign body. 
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks. 
  • Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
  • Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
  • Close off line connections with seal plugs.
NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.
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Checking the valves for tightness 

WARNING: Working on fuel system.
Risk of fire! Danger of explosion!
  • When working on the fuel system, make sure the workstation has sufficient ventilation, e.g., by means of extraction.
  • Tightly seal off open lines and connections; collect any leakage fuel directly at the point of exit.
  • No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking.
WARNING: Contact with hazardous fluids.
Hazardous to health!
  • Note and follow safety instructions on containers.
  • Conduct all work in appropriate personal protective equipment only.
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Result 

» No fuel escapes from the valves or valve seats.

Measure

Result 

» Fuel escapes from the valves or valve seats.

Measure

Installing the eccentric shaft of cylinder bank 1 

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Contaminant or foreign body. 
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks. 
  • Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
  • Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
  • Close off line connections with seal plugs.
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Eccentric shaft bearing brackets
Screw M6 Tightening torque  10 Nm

Releasing tension on special tool 119000 

CAUTION: Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.
  • Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.
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Installing the roller cam follower of the intake camshaft 

NOTE: The description is for one component only. The procedure is identical for all further components.
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Checking the intermediate lever classification 

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
All intermediate levers are classified. Only one classification may be used per engine.
All intermediate levers must be reinstalled in the same positions in an engine which has already been in use.
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Installing intermediate lever on intake side 

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
The rocker arms may slip slightly when the camshaft is positioned. Make sure rocker arms are correctly positioned on the hydraulic valve clearance compensating elements and on valves.
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Intake/exhaust camshaft
M6 Tightening torque  10 Nm
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Intake/exhaust camshaft
M6 Tightening torque  10 Nm
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Sliding block on cylinder head
Screw M7x35 10.9 Tightening torque  20.5 Nm
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Installing torsion springs 

CAUTION: Spring preload.
Injury hazard!
  • The use of the specified special tool (tool) is mandatory.
  • Carry out the described steps properly.
NOTE: The description is for one component only. The procedure is identical for all further components.

The lug in area (1) must be positively locked with the torsion spring panel (3).

The guide pins (2) in the special tool 2 249 160 must be positively locked with the recesses in the torsion spring panel (3).

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The locking pin (1) should audibly engage.

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Torsion spring on cylinder head
M6x20 screw tightening torque  8.8 Nm
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Twist camshaft if necessary.

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Installing hydraulic valve clearance compensating elements on exhaust side of cylinder bank 1 

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Installing roller cam follower of the exhaust side of bank 1 

Fig 2: Guide Bearing, Exhaust Camshaft Screws Tightening Sequence
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Intake/exhaust camshaft
M6 Tightening torque  10 Nm
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Remove the cylinder head of cylinder bank 1 from the assembly jig 

CAUTION: Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.
  • Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.
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Install Valvetronic servomotor, right (cylinder head removed) 

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
The work must be performed with vehicle care to prevent component damage.

Parts: lubricating. grease

CONSUMABLE - LUBRICATING GREASE DESCRIPTION

Lubricating grease 400 g, 83192160340
Longtime PD-1   Cartridge
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Valvetronic servomotor on cylinder head 
M6x16-8.8 Tightening torque  9.6 Nm
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Installing right intake plenum (cylinder head removed) 

Parts: Gasket

Loosen screws (1).

Unlock pressure sensor (2) on the retaining tab (3).

Remove pressure sensor (2).

Position pressure sensor (2).

Retaining tab (3) must audibly lock in.

Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Pressure sensor
screw Tightening torque  3 Nm
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Intake plenum
M6 screw Tightening torque  10 Nm
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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Intake plenum
M8 screw Tightening torque  21.4 Nm

Install engine mounting bracket of bank 1 

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Engine suspension element
M8x22 screw Tightening torque  20 Nm
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Installing the spark plugs of bank 1 (cylinder head removed) 

NOTE: The description is for one component only. The procedure is identical for all further components.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Do not drop spark plug into spark plug shaft! This can lead to a reduction of the electrode gap and can thus impair smooth running of the engine, especially in idle position.
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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Exclusively swiveling extensions may be used for the reversible ratchet. Rigid mounting tool and variable plug connections with rigid option may not be used; there is a risk that the insulator breaks.
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Spark plugs
Ml 2x1.25 Tightening torque  23 Nm
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