Assembling Inlet Camshaft
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NOTE:
- During assembly, absolute cleanliness is essential!
- The identification on the bearing sleeve should point towards the camshaft. See Figure.
- Check the pistons or rectangular rings for excavations and other damage to the contact surfaces of the camshaft and replace if necessary.
- Install the bearing sleeve: lightly oil running surface with engine oil. Press together the first piston ring
and carefully push up the bearing sleeve. Proceed in the same way with the second piston ring.NOTE:
- Make sure that the washer is inserted.
- Position the washer and place the camshaft adjustment device in position. Insert the central screw with the adapter and tighten gently by hand.