1 Series E87 116i (N45) 5-door
Bearing caps of inlet camshaft are marked E1 to E4 from inlet
side.
Remove bearing caps of inlet camshaft.
Remove inlet camshaft (1).
If necessary, replace plain compression rings (1).
Important!
Plain compression rings (1) can easily break.
Plain compression rings (1) are engaged at joint.
Press compression ring (1) on one side into groove, pull up on
other side and unhook catch.
Carefully pull compression ring (1) apart and remove towards
front.
Note:
Identifying feature of inlet camshaft:
The rounded area on the twin surface points upwards, the cams
at cylinder 4 positioned as illustrated at an angle downwards to
the inlet side.
Installation:
Clean all bearings and cams of inlet camshaft and lubricate with
engine oil.
RA Removing and installing/replacing inlet camshaft (N40 / N45)
BMW AG - TIS
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