11 36 630 Removing and installing/replacing distributor on left camshaft adjustment unit (M62 VANOS from 9/98): Installation

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Installation of the camshaft adjustment unit distributor is described separately from removal.

Check correct installation position of non-return valve (1).

Feed in new gasket so that it is secured in groove on camshaft bearing cover and over non-return valve (1).

Fig 1: Installing New Camshaft Bearing Cover Gasket (Left Bank)

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Make sure that contact points on plain compression rings snap into place.

Align contact points of compression rings upwards.

Fig 2: Aligning Contact Points Of Compression Rings (Left Bank)

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Make sure that gasket is secured in groove on camshaft bearing cover.

Fig 3: Ensuring Camshaft Bearing Cover Gasket Is Secured In Groove (Left Bank)

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Apply a light coat of oil to camshaft adjustment unit distributor and plain compression rings.

Carefully push on camshaft adjustment unit distributor so that it is straight.

Fig 4: Installing Camshaft Adjustment Unit Distributor (Left Bank)

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NOTE: Only screw (1) with sealing ring.

Replace sealing ring on screw (1).

Install and tighten down screws.

Fig 5: Installing Camshaft Adjustment Unit Distributor (Left Bank)

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Feed timing chain (1) onto camshaft adjustment unit distributor.

Fig 6: Installing Timing Chain To Camshaft Adjustment Unit Distributor (Left Bank)

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Install left camshaft adjustment unit,

refer to 11 36 610 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT UNIT (M62 VANOS FROM 9/98) .

Assemble engine.