Lower Timing Chain Cover, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Engine/Transmission Subassembly Removed; Engine And Transmission Separated. Refer To ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION, SEPARATING .
Engine secured with Scissor Lift Table - Q7 Set Articulated Joint Support:VAS6131/13-7 .

-- Remove the drive plate. Refer to DRIVE PLATE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the timing chain cover. Refer to LEFT TIMING CHAIN COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING , RIGHT TIMING CHAIN COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the oil filter housing. Refer to OIL FILTER HOUSING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Fig 1: Identifying Lower Timing Chain Cover Bolts

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-- Loosen And Remove The Bolts -1 Through 12- In A Diagonal Sequence.

-- Carefully Loosen The Lower Timing Chain Cover From The Bond And Remove It.

-- Press The Transmission Side Of The Crankshaft Shaft Seal Out Of The Lower Timing Chain Cover.