Limp-Home Solenoid

Limp-home solenoid

To remove






1 Remove the engine cover.
2 Remove the lower screw (which may be difficult to reach), using a magnetic T15 bit.
3 Unplug the connector.
4 Remove the upper screw.
5 Remove the solenoid.

To fit
Fit in reverse order.
Spray the connector with Kontakt 61 contact cleaner (pant No. 30 21 763).
Tightening torque 2.5 Nm (1.8 lbf ft).

Important
On removal of the limp-home solenoid, the throttle body goes into mechanical limp-home mode. After fitting, the limp-home mechanism must therefore be reset as described in "Resetting activated limp-home solenoid."