Valve stem seals, removing and installing: Removing
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- Cylinder head installed
- Remove camshafts. See CAMSHAFTS AND CAMSHAFT ADJUSTERS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
- Remove spark plugs with spark plug wrench 3122B.
- Turn valve roller lever up and secure with rubber band.
- Install mounting plate VAS 5161/7 from VAS 1561 to cylinder head.
- Secure plate with serrated screws VAS 516/12.
- Using drift VAS 5161/3, loosen valve keepers by tapping with plastic hammer.
- Install serrated support VAS 5161/6 with VAS 5161/5 into plate 5161/7.
- Install cartridge VAS 5161/8 into plate VAS 5161/7.
- Install pressure hose adapter T40012/1 with sealing ring into applicable spark plug hole and hand tighten.
- Attach air hose and apply steady pressure.
- Minimum air pressure 6 bar (87 psi)
- Insert lever VAS 5161/2 into lever support VAS 5161/6 and lightly press down on cartridge VAS 5161/VAS 5161/8. Turn cartridge at serrated part until points engage in slots between valve keepers.
By slightly turning serrated part of cartridge, the valve keepers are separated and captured by the cartridge.
- Release pressure on lever.
- Remove valve spring and plate.
- Remove valve stem seal with 3364.