Unable to remove engine cover from 520d (2006 model)
08-23-2009, 10:25 AM
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Hello,
I was planning to do a dry run for the swirl flap removal, EGR cleaning and engine breather check/replacement but I am having a little trouble removing the engine cover. It appears that after removing the 5 bolts there is some kind of clip/bolt under the cover which is preventing it from being removed. I am hoping this will be the only trouble I have because I am completely new to DIY on cars and would hate to mess anything up. The only reason I am attempting to this is the great posts by various members giving detailed instructions.
I have attached pictures and circled the culprit - any advice would be appreciated.
Cheers
Jas
I was planning to do a dry run for the swirl flap removal, EGR cleaning and engine breather check/replacement but I am having a little trouble removing the engine cover. It appears that after removing the 5 bolts there is some kind of clip/bolt under the cover which is preventing it from being removed. I am hoping this will be the only trouble I have because I am completely new to DIY on cars and would hate to mess anything up. The only reason I am attempting to this is the great posts by various members giving detailed instructions.
I have attached pictures and circled the culprit - any advice would be appreciated.
Cheers
Jas
08-23-2009, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Macadee' post='986278' date='Aug 23 2009, 10:25 PM
It's a push connector, ease it up either side and it will release.
Found this guide on EGR cleaning previously, could be useful : Linky
Found this guide on EGR cleaning previously, could be useful : Linky
08-23-2009, 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Anzafin' post='986283' date='Aug 23 2009, 08:32 PM
Wow! That's a detailed guide! Good find!
08-26-2009, 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Anzafin' post='986258' date='Aug 23 2009, 01:48 PM
Just rip it off after removing the 5 bolts. 
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