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BMW S54 DUAL VANOS REBUILD
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Required Tools and Equipment ................................................................................pg.4
Shop Supplies and Materials ..................................................................................... pg.6
Installation and Safety Information ........................................................................pg.7
Vanos Repair Procedures ............................................................................................pg.8
Torquing Tips ..................................................................................................................pg.102
Torque Specications ...................................................................................................pg.103
Schwaben Tools .............................................................................................................pg.104
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Due to the depth of this repair, there are a lot of different components that you may choose to replace
or leave alone if they have already been done. These instructions are designed around a complete
Vanos service, as well as replacement/repair of the most common problems that develop in the related
areas. As you work your way through the repair, be sure and closely follow the links/directions next to
any of the yellow street signs. These will direct you where to go depending on the step you are on or
the components that you are replacing.