Trying to remove the VANOS unit from my 04 Z4 3.0 M54 but can't get the unit to come out - removed all the bolts but it fouls on a coolant hose. I can't see how the hose attaches to remove it. Any ideas?
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Struggling to remove VANOS unit - fouls on coolant hose
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Struggling to remove VANOS unit - fouls on coolant hose
Check with DLW (Ducklakeview ) I think he loosens engine mount bolts and jacks up the engine .
I maybe wrong but check with above .
I maybe wrong but check with above .
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Struggling to remove VANOS unit - fouls on coolant hose
Seeing as the coolant hose appears to be attached the engine, i'm not sure how moving the engine would help?
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Struggling to remove VANOS unit - fouls on coolant hose
I think you'll find the coolant hose comes off too. As above check with DLV
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Struggling to remove VANOS unit - fouls on coolant hose
From memory, there’s a bolt underneath that’s not easy to see
Try to find the how to, tells u where they all are
Try to find the how to, tells u where they all are
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Struggling to remove VANOS unit - fouls on coolant hose
I remember DLV saying about jacking the engine too
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Land Rover Discovery 1994 TDI (Tow car)
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