BMW 5251 Service Manual page 88

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Engine Removal and Installation
ENGINE, REMOVAL
AND
INSTALLATION (V-8
MODELS)
NOTE-
Engine removal procedures are similar for all V-8 models.
When differences exist, they are noted at the beginning of
each step. Engine are referred to by engine code. If neces-
sary, See
100
Engine-General for engine code andappli-
cation information.
Be sure to cover all painted surfaces before beginning the
removal procedure. As an aid to installation, label all com-
ponents, wires and hoses before removing them. Do not
reuse gaskets, O-rings or seals during reassembly
WARNING
-
Due to risk ofpersonal injury, be sure the engine is cold be-
fore beginning the removal procedure.
-
Disconnect negative (-) cable from battery.
Prior to disconnecting the battery, read the battery discon-
nection cautions given in
001
General Cautions and
Warnings.
-
Remove engine hood or place hood in service position. See
410 Fenders, Engine Hood.
Remove intake manifold cover, version 1:
Remove plastic trim caps (arrows).
Remove cover mounting fasteners and lift off cover.
Remove intake manifold cover, version 2:
Press down on locking pins (arrows) to release locks
Lifl cover straight up to remove.