Removal and installation of the tensioner rail - ra05006010330x(0330)
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Engines 601, 602 (except 602.98), 603
Preceding work:
Cylinder head removed (01-415)
Timing case cover removed (01-210)
Chain tensioner removed (05-310 ).
Operation no. of operation texts and work units or standard texts and flat rates 05-8126
| Tensioner rail (215) | pull off, put on. |
NOTE:
Plastic layer on the tensioner rail cannot be replaced.
NOTE:
Since 08/86 unhardened straight pins have been fitted for the tensioner rail bearing.
Data
Since 09/86 the lead-in tangent (contact surface) on the tensioner rail has been extended, thus reducing lining wear. Dotted line shows former design.