Limp-Home Solenoid

To remove
1. Remove the engine cover.







2. Remove the cover on the throttle body pedal arm.
3. Remove the rubber seal and unplug the connector.
4. Undo the lower screw (can be difficult to get at) with a magnetic T15 bit.
5. Remove the upper screw.
6. Remove the solenoid. (not available as spare part)

To fit







1. Fit the solenoid.
2. Screw in the upper screw.
3. Tighten the lower screw (it can be difficult to reach) using a magnetic T15 bit.
4. Spray the connector with Kontakt 61 (part no.30 04 520). Plug in the connector and fit the rubber seal.
5. Fit the cover on the throttle body pedal arm.

IMPORTANT When the limp-home solenoid is removed the throttle body goes into the mechanical limp-home mode. Therefore, after fitting, the limp-home mechanism must be reset in accordance with Resetting triggered limp-home solenoid.

6. Put the engine cover in place.