Camshaft Timing Chain, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Audi RS 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The engine is removed and secured to the engine/transmission holder. Refer to ENGINE, SECURING TO ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOLDER .

-- Remove the cylinder head. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

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

CAUTION:

Risk of destroying a drive chain by reversing the running direction.

- Before removing, make a arrow marking of the running direction and allocation with paint.

- Pay attention to the running direction when reinstalling.

-- Remove the camshaft timing chain.