Remove/install hydraulic valve clearance compensating elements

AR05.00-P-2011MR

Remove/install hydraulic valve clearance compensating elements

13.7.15

Engine

274 in model 172, 204, 207

1

Roller-type cam follower

2

Compensating element

3

Clamp

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Remove/install

1

Remove camshafts

AR05.20-P-6992MR

2

Take out roller cam follower (1) with compensating element (2)

 When removing several compensating elements (2) make sure that roller-type cam follower (1) with compensating elements (2), which were not replaced, are reinstalled at the previous fitting point. Mark the roller cam follower (1) for the corresponding compensating element (2) if necessary.

 Installation: Lubricate roller cam follower (1) and compensating element (2).

3

Detach the clamp (3) by hand and remove compensating element (2) from roller cam follower (1)

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Check

4

Check compensating element (2) for proper function and replace if necessary

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Only push compensating element (2) together by hand, do not use a steel tool.
The surface of the compensating element (2) can get damaged otherwise.

 The compensating element (2) should not allow itself to be pressed together by the normal force of the hand and also only slowly when using a strong force.

 Check the pressure oil supply to the cylinder head if more than one compensating element (2) is defective.

5

Install in the reverse order

 Danger !

Risk of accident from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running.

Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.

AS00.00-Z-0005-01A

6

Carry out an engine test run and check engine for leaktightness