Removing Camshafts

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During removal, note the installation position and allocation of the camshafts and bearing covers on a sheet of paper in such a way that they cannot be mixed up .
Protect camshafts and bearing covers from dirt and place the components on a clean surface according to installation position .

Remove camshafts.
1. 1.1. Loosen screws -11- and -15- slowly and evenly, one after the other from the outside in.
2. 1.2. Remove mounting saddle -8- and bearing cover -10- .
3. 1.3. Remove camshafts and place them on a clean, soft surface.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Components (Cylinders 1-3)
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.