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Removal & Installation (Cooper)

NOTE: A faulty throttle valve causes the adaptation values stored in the DME control unit to be modified. These adaptation values must be reset after the throttle valve has been replaced. Use BMW scan tool to reset adaptation values.

Turn ignition off. Disconnect battery. Remove air cleaner housing. See AIR CLEANER HOUSING . Remove intake air boot. Unlock line of tank venting valve on throttle valve assembly and disconnect. Unlock plug and remove. Loosen bolts. Remove throttle valve assembly. See Fig 1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Replace sealing ring. See Fig 2. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Removing Throttle Valve Assembly
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Fig 2: Replacing Sealing Ring
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