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Variable Valve Timing Solenoid: Service and Repair






Removing and installing hydraulic valve for camshaft adjustment
Removing hydraulic valve for camshaft adjustment
1. Remove cover for camshaft housing.





2. Unscrew M6 x 16 fastening screw of the hydraulic valve.





3. Pull out the hydraulic valve carefully in an upward direction. To do this, use special tool relay puller 9235.

Installing hydraulic valve for camshaft adjustment





1. Replace sealing ring on hydraulic valve. Do not insert sealing ring twisted when fitting it.
2. Coat sealing ring lightly with engine oil and insert the hydraulic valve in the cylinder head.





3. Position the M6 x 16 fastening screw and tighten to 10 Nm (7.5 ft. lbs.).
4. Install cover for camshaft housing.