Removing Hydraulic Valve For Camshaft Timing
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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.
- Disconnect cable plug on hydraulic valve -1- by pressing the clip and pulling off the cable plug.
- Unscrew two M6 x 20 inner Torx screws -2-
at the valve holder and remove the holder along with the screws.
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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 .
- Carefully pull the hydraulic valve out of the cylinder head using special tool relay puller 9235 . Before using the puller, mask the valve body in fabric tape in order to prevent slippage or damage.
- Remove retainer plate with integrated seal -1-
from the valve.
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.
- Check the valve body for damage in the sealing area of the retainer plates. If necessary, the valve must be replaced.
- Pull the oil strainer -1- out of the cylinder head bore using a bar magnet. Clean using solvent naphtha, check for damage and soiling, and replace if necessary. Pay attention to the installation position.