CAMSHAFT SEAL VEHICLES WITH "Old" SEAL: Removing

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-- Remove the toothed belt for the camshaft and high pressure pump. Refer to Removing .

-- Remove the camshaft sprocket and hub. Refer to Removing .

-- Insert the thrust piece 3240/1 into the camshaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Thrust Piece 3240/1 Inserted In Camshaft

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-- Unscrew inner portion of seal puller 3240 two rotations (approximately 3 mm) from outer portion and secure with knurled-head screw.

-- Lubricate the threaded head of the seal remover, place against seal, and with strong force screw into the seal as far as possible.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool - 3240

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-- Loosen knurled bolt and turn inner part against camshaft until seal is removed.