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Disassembling and Assembling Inlet Camshaft



Disassembling and assembling inlet camshaft

Preassemble inlet camshaft before inserting in cylinder head








Disassembling inlet camshaft

1. Unscrew the central screw (1) with adapter (2).
2. Remove camshaft adjustment device (3).
3. Remove washer (4).
4. Pull bearing sleeve (5) carefully off the camshaft.

Assembling inlet camshaft

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^ During assembly, absolute cleanliness is essential!
^ The identification on the bearing sleeve should point towards the camshaft (see illustration)





Bearing sleeve identification

1. Install the bearing sleeve: lightly oil running surface with engine oil. Press together the first piston ring and carefully push up the bearing sleeve. Proceed in the same way with the second piston ring.

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^ Make sure that the washer is inserted.

2. Position the washer and place the camshaft adjustment device in position. Insert the central screw with the adapter and tighten gently by hand.