Releasing VANOS central valve of the exhaust camshaft adjuster

• Have the special tool 0 496 855 ready.

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• Have the special tool 2 450 487 ready.

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• Have the special tool 2 469 138 ready.

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• Keep the following special tools and standard tools ready:

  Number	Description
  1	Standard torque wrench
  2	Wrench socket 2 450 487
  3	Reversible ratchet 0 496 855
  4	Commercially available reduction
  5	Adapter 2 469 138

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• Assemble all the special tools and commercially available tools as shown.

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NOTE: The figure shows the rear of the engine.

• Release the VANOS central valve (1) of the exhaust camshaft adjuster.

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