Removing the timing gear pulley with the variable valve timing (VVT) unit

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Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Adjustment Tool 9995452 Installed

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Use camshaft adjustment tool:

Install camshaft adjustment tool 9995452 at the rear edge of the camshafts.
First screw in the part of the tool intended for the exhaust camshaft.