5 Series E39 M5 (S62) SAL
11 31 005
Checking camshaft timing (S62)
Unscrew and remove splash guard.
Remove intake filter housing upper section, left and right, with air-
mass flow sensor.
Remove manifold for intake air,
refer to 11 61 050.
Remove both cylinder head covers,
refer to 11 12 004.
Remove all spark plugs.
Remove fan clutch with fan impeller and fan cowl,
refer to 11 52 020 / 17 11 031.
When the engine is switched off, VANOS moves the camshafts to
a position which is advantageous to engine starting.
Caution!
The timing must "not" be checked in this position.
The camshafts must first be turned back to their initial
position.
Rotate crankshaft in direction of rotation as far as ignition TDC
position of cylinder 1. Secure vibration damper with special
tool 11 2 300.
RA Checking camshaft timing (S62)
BMW AG - TIS
21.02.2013 07:12
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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