Moving the crankshaft into the installation position of cylinder bank 1
- Turn the engine at the central bolt in clockwise direction until the installation position (MP) (1) of the vibration absorber (1) is positioned flush with the marks of the engine block.
- Check the camshaft positions of cylinder bank 1.
The cams (1) should be in the position shown.
The increment wheels (2) should each form a straight line with the exhaust camshaft bearing cap and the intake camshaft bearing cap.
NOTE:
Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical.
NOTE:
To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
- Ensure that the polished surfaces of the camshafts (1) point upward.
- Ensure that the rounded surfaces (1) are pointing down to the cylinder head.
- Check timing again and assess.