Removing the eccentric shaft (cylinder head removed)

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Contaminant or foreign body  .
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks  .

• Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
• Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
• Close off line connections with seal plugs.

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• Remove all screws (marks).
• Guide out and remove bearing brackets (1)  to (6)  (arrows).
• Set down bearing brackets (1)  bis (6)  neatly in special tool 0 495 105 (11 4 480) .
• Feed out and remove bearing cap (A)  .
• Place bearing cap (A) neatly in special tool  0 495 105 (11 4 480)  .
• Feed the air eccentric shaft (1)  out toward the top and remove.

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