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11 61 065 Removing and installing/replacing left intake plenum (S63)

Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Detach engine ventilation hose (1).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque: 11 61 1 AZ. .

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Ventilation Hose And Nuts
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Fit special tool 00 0 200.

Fig 2: Fitting Special Tool (00 0 200)
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Release nuts on left and right engine support arms.

Raise engine.

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Support Arms Nut
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Release THROTTLE VALVE (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 11 61 2 AZ.

Installation note: 

Replace all profile seals.

Fig 4: Identifying Throttle Valve And Screw
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Assemble engine and vehicle.

Check air intake system for leaks.