Installing Solenoid Hydraulic Valve For Valve Lift Adjustment

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The solenoid hydraulic valve for valve lift adjustment can be fitted on either cylinder bank.

Installation Position:

Installation position of valve for cylinder bank 1-3
Installation position of valve for cylinder bank 4-6

Fig 1: Installation Position Of Solenoid Hydraulic Valves In Cylinder Head
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Replace O-rings.
Grease O-rings with a light coating of Kluber Syntheso Glep (Part No.: 000.043.204.68).

Replace O-ring -2- and grease with Kluber Syntheso Glep (Part No. 000.043.204.68).

Fig 2: Identifying Solenoid Hydraulic Valve And O-Ring
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Fit solenoid hydraulic valve with new O-ring at the correct position in the cylinder head.
Fit two external Torx screws (E8, M5 x 12) and tighten to the prescribed tightening torque.
→ Tightening torque: 8 Nm (6 ft. lb.)
1. 3.1. Connect cable plug.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Solenoid Hydraulic Valve Screws And Cable Plug
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