Removing Actuator For Camshaft Control

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CAUTION: Hot components

Risk of burns
→ Let hot components cool down.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

Information

The procedure for removing and installing is described for one side as an example. The procedure for the other side is almost identical.

Remove heat shield -1- on actuator for camshaft control.
Unscrew screws -2- and remove heat protection shield.

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Heat shield on actuator for camshaft control
Remove actuator for camshaft control -1- .
Pull off cable plugs -2- .

Unscrew screws -3- and pull off actuator for camshaft control -3- .

Replace aluminium screws!

Replace sealing ring.

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Actuator for camshaft control (outlet side shown)
Clean sealing faces on the cylinder head.