5 Series E39 530d (M57) TOUR
Carefully and slowly rotate exhaust camshaft at Torx bolt in
direction of engine rotation until hydraulic chain tensioner is
compressed.
Insert special tool 11 3 340 into chain tensioner (1).
Note:
If one or both sprocket wheels is/are removed without the
hydraulic chain tensioner, the chain tensioning piston will slip
out and will only be able to be pressed back with considerable
effort.
When releasing camshaft screw connection:
Grip camshafts on hexagon head.
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Slacken screw (1) on inlet camshaft.
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Slacken screw (2) on exhaust camshaft.
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Remove screw (2) from exhaust camshaft.
RA Removing and installing cylinder head (M57)
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