Head of a cylinder

[Diveintothebluee]

Hello everyone! My trusty e60 m47 recently gave out on me. The AA guy said it was too expensive to fix, and a couple of mechanics refused to even look at it. Eventually, a friend with a garage looked it over. At first, I blamed the chain, but when my friend attempted to turn the engine by hand, it stalled. I removed the intake and noticed that one of the swirl flaps wasn't working; I suspect it has made its way into the cylinder and is stuck there. My plan B is to remove the head and cross my fingers that the pistons are unharmed. However, I have no idea how to remove it, so any help would be greatly appreciated.

[GoodWillHunt]

Try looking for some videos on Google; I came up with a couple.

[GoodWillHunt]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trsKo5ydjdk

[Diveintothebluee]

Would removing the cams be necessary in order to remove the head?

[tonysoprano]

Without a certain, because the rockers and cams are resting on the bolts that secure the cylinder heads.

[Diveintothebluee]

Is this sort of task too daunting for someone without experience?

[tonysoprano]

The ability to locate an internet tutorial, take your time, and be meticulous is all that's required; if you're good with spanners, then it shouldn't be too difficult.

[GoodWillHunt]

Do you have the tool's?
When reinstalling it, a torque wrench will be necessary.
Continue with your video assignments; I truly believe that you are capable of everything you set your mind to.

[Diveintothebluee]

I've got the necessary tools and am comfortable using spanners; I have recently done the head on my daughter's baby panda; nevertheless, the BMW is too large and intimidating for me; and despite my best efforts, I have been unable to locate anything online that is to my liking.

[Diveintothebluee]