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11 31 573 Adjusting Camshaft Timing On Left Side (N62/N62TU)
Special tools required:
- 11 9 190
- 11 9 460
- 11 9 461
- 11 9 462
- 11 9 463
(cylinder bank 5 to 8)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Check camshaft timing on left side . See 11 31 070 CHECKING CAMSHAFT TIMING ON LEFT SIDE (N62/N62TU) .
- Remove left timing case cover . See 11 14 080 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TOP LEFT TIMING CASE COVER (N62/N62TU) .
Slacken screws of exhaust and inlet adjustment unit.
Get special tool kit 11 9 460 ready for securing camshafts.
Special tool 11 9 462 for securing exhaust camshaft.
Special tool 11 9 463 (holder with screw).
Place special tool 11 9 461 on inlet camshaft and align inlet camshaft so that special tool 11 9 461 rests without a gap on cylinder head.
Fit special tool 11 9 463 , secure screw (1) in thread for oil line and tighten down by hand.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.