Alex
Nordschleife
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I'm just about to have bank 1 variocam solenoid replaced by my mechanic. I've been told this is the procedure below (I think). Can someone confirm:
Remove bank 1 exhaust manifold.
Lock the engine at TDC.
Slacken off bank 1 chain tensioner.
Disconnect solenoid plug.
Remove solenoid cover plate and seal.
Remove rocker cover.
Remove solenoid from variocam assembly.
Fit new solenoid.
Assemble back together in reverse order.
(Check chain guide wear whilst in there).
If anyone knows a better way or something I've got wrong, please comment.
Remove bank 1 exhaust manifold.
Lock the engine at TDC.
Slacken off bank 1 chain tensioner.
Disconnect solenoid plug.
Remove solenoid cover plate and seal.
Remove rocker cover.
Remove solenoid from variocam assembly.
Fit new solenoid.
Assemble back together in reverse order.
(Check chain guide wear whilst in there).
If anyone knows a better way or something I've got wrong, please comment.