Operation | Section reference |
Remove the timing belt covers and the timing belts | Removal of the timing belt covers |
Remove the camshaft timing pulleys | Removal of the timing system assembly |
Note: This operation can be carried out with the rocker arms installed in the cylinder head. For clarity, the photos show the cylinder head with the opening rocker arms removed.
Remove the camshaft end caps as described above.
Remove the key (15) from the camshaft.
Note: To prevent possible damage to components, rotate the camshaft (16) carefully as you go so that the cam lobes do not foul the rockers.
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Note: If the rocker arms are installed in the cylinder head, remove the spring (A) of the opening rocker arm (B) to facilitate operations.
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Withdraw the camshaft (16) from its housing.
Remove the oil seal (3) from the cylinder head.
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