BMW 7 Series: Vacuum Pump
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING VACUUM PUMP (N63)
IMPORTANT: Installation note: Due to the risk of damage to the engine gaskets/seals and the lack of brake boosting, make sure before starting the engine that all the vacuum lines are connected.
Vacuum pump is fitted on cylinder head 1 to 4 at rear on intake camshaft.
Necessary preliminary work
- Press brake pedal several times in order to reduce vacuum pressure in brake booster.
- Remove right CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
- Remove right heat shield.
- Detach vacuum line from vacuum pump.
Release screws (1).
Remove heat shield (2).
Remove vacuum hose.
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Fig. 521: Identifying Heat Shield With Mounting Screws
Release screws (1).
NOTE: Bolts (1) are secured against falling out.
Release screw (2).
Remove vacuum pump (3).
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Fig. 522: Identifying Vacuum Pump With Mounting Bolts And Screws
Drive (1) must be rotated into correct position prior to installation.
Installation note: Replace sealing ring (2) and coat with grease to facilitate fitting.
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Fig. 523: Identifying Sealing Ring And Drive
Installation note: Align vacuum pump drive to groove (1) of intake camshaft.
Vacuum pump can best be installed when groove (1) is vertically aligned.
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Fig. 524: Identifying Intake Camshaft Groove
Check function of DME.
Check vacuum pump for leaks and correct operation.
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Notes
WARNING: Risk of burning!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary work
Check function of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
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