Boxster S (986) F6-3.2L (2001)
15. Carefully lift the complete unit, camshafts with chain and tensioning element, out of the cylinder head. The chain must not jump over. The groove
or tab of the camshaft position sensor cover must face downward. If the allocation should be uncertain, e.g. chain jumped over, reallocation is
necessary. Refer to: Completing camshafts.
16. Lift out valve tappets with a magnet.
17. Detach guide for valve tappets. Undo the par-head screws (15 ea.) from the outside to the inside and remove the guide.
Installing valve tappets
1. Check guide for damage. Refer to: Checking guide for valve tappets.
2. Fit guide. Tighten pan--head screws (M6 x 35) from the inside to the outside. Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ft. lbs.)
3. Lightly oil the valve tappet and fit it in the guide.
4. Lay the complete unit, camshafts with chain and tensioning element, into the cylinder head. The groove or tab of the camshaft position sensor
cover must face downward.
5. Fit special tool 9611, holding-down device for camshafts. Fit auxiliary screws M6 x 45 with washers and tighten to 10 Nm (7.5 ft. lbs.).