11 31... Determining intake camshaft variant (N20, N26)

Necessary preliminary tasks :

Remove VACUUM PUMP

NOTE: Variant A : X = approx. 8 mm
Variant B : Y = approx. 4 mm

Fig 1: Identifying Intake Camshaft Variant

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Identify intake camshaft variant by means of mirror (1) on vacuum pump drive flange.

IMPORTANT: If variant A is fitted, proceed with CHECKING INTAKE CAMSHAFT .
If variant B is fitted, no further action is required. Install VACUUM PUMP .

Fig 2: Checking Intake Camshaft Variant Using Mirror

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