BMW 5251 Service Manual page 81

Engine Removal and lnstallationl
M52 TU, M54 engine: Disconnect electrical harness connec-
tor at fuel tank venting valve (A). Disconnect vent hose at fit-
ting (arrow).
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Working under intake manifold, disconnect the following:
Engine oil dipstick tube support.
Oil separator return line from dipsticlc tube.
Intake air temperature sensorelectrical harness connector
(underside of intake manifold near throttle body).
M52 TU, M54 engine: Resonance valve electrical harness
connector.
M52 engine: Fuel tank vent line and harness.
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Working underneath car, remove lower intalte manifold sup-
port mounting bolts (arrows).
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M52 TU. M54 engine: Remove fuel rail mounting bolts
(arrows):
Carefully pry fuel rail off manifold.
Separate fuel line support bracket at rear of intake
manifold.
NOTE-
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M52 TU engine shown. M54 engine is similar.
M52 engine: Fuel rail is removed with intalte manifold.