Remove the sliding block of cylinder bank 2

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Position the special tool 2 249 166 on the intake camshaft (1) in the area of the sliding block (2) to be disassembled.

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Preload the sliding block (3) with the special tool 2 249 166 (2) in direction of arrow.
Loosen screw (1).
Remove the gate (3) and place it arranged in order into 0 495 105 (11 4 480) .
Repeat the step for all the gates.

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