Removal and installation of fuel lines and fuel distribution line (BMW 7 Series E38)

Models with M57 engine

1. Remove all pressure pipes, having first closed the generator to prevent any working fluids from getting on it.

2. Disconnect the pressure sensor connector (see illustration).



3. Using tool No.13 5 020, loosen the union nuts (1) on the fuel distribution line and loosen the union nuts on the high-pressure fuel pump. Disconnect the pressure pipe from the fuel distribution line. Unscrew the bolts (3) and remove the fuel distribution line (4).

4. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Pay attention to the correct installation of the rubber-metal hinge (2).

Models with M57 engine

The removal of the left distribution line is described below; the right one is removed in the same way.

1. Remove the pressure pipes between the fuel distribution line and the injectors.



2. Loosen the union nuts (1, 2 and 3) of the pressure pipes and unscrew the bolts (4) on the bracket. Remove the fuel distribution line (5).



3. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Please note the different lengths of the bolts.