Install the intake camshaft sensor of cylinder bank 2

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Checking the sealing ring on the camshaft position sensor

Check

Check the O-ring (1) on the camshaft position sensor for damage.

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Result

» O-ring (1) damaged

Measure

Replace O-ring (1).

Parts: O-ring

Result

» O-ring (1) not damaged.

Measure

Continue the repair in the next step.

Coat O-ring on the camshaft position sensor with motor oil.
Position the intake camshaft sensor of cylinder bank 2 (1).
Tighten down screw (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Camshaft position sensor
M6x16 screw	Tightening torque	8 Nm

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Connect connectors (1) and lock.

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING HOLDER OF THE DME CONTROL UNIT FOR CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER PANEL OF THE SLAVE DME CONTROL UNIT .
Refer to CONNECTING BATTERY GROUND LEAD .