Checking hydraulic compensation elements |
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| Hydraulic compensation elements cannot be serviced. |
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| Irregular valve noise during starting is normal. |
Special tools and workshop equipment required |
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| Start engine and run until the radiator fan has switched on once. |
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| Increase engine speed to about 2500 rpm for 2 minutes; perform road test if necessary. |
Note If the irregular valve noises stop but recur repeatedly during short journeys, the oil retention valve must be renewed. The oil retention valve is located in the oil filter bracket → Item. |
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| If the hydraulic compensation elements are still noisy, find out which is the defective compensation element as follows: |
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| Turn crankshaft by the bolt for the toothed belt wheel until cam of supporting element to be tested is facing upwards. |
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