Removing Hydraulic Valve For Camshaft Control

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CAUTION: Risk of oil contamination and blocked oil bores

Faulty engine parts, engine damage

→ Absolute cleanliness is essential when working on hydraulic valves.

Information

Handle the hydraulic valve with care; do not turn it at the valve tip or at the safety contact.
A seal against leaks cannot be ensured if there is damage in the area of the retainer plate, therefore handle the pliers indicated with care.

Remove hydraulic valve -1- .
1. 1.1. Pull off cable plug -2- .
2. 1.2. Unscrew two external Torx screws (E10, M6 x 20) -3- . Remove retainer plate.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Solenoid Hydraulic Valve For Camshaft Control On Intake Side 1-3
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
3. 1.3. Pull valve out of the cylinder head. Stick fabric tape on the valve body if necessary and remove using Relay Puller 9235 .
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Relay Puller 9235
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
4. 1.4. Replace O-ring.
Remove solenoid hydraulic valve on intake side 4-6 in the same way as for side 1-3.
1. Solenoid hydraulic valve on side 4-6
2. Cable plug with connecting line
3. External Torx screws (M6 x 20)
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Solenoid Hydraulic Valve For Camshaft Control On Intake Side 4-6
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Check the valve body for damage in the sealing area.
1. 3.1. Replace the valve if necessary.