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Timing Cover: Locations



Timing Chain Covers, Component Overview





1 - M6 - 9 Nm; M8 - 20 Nm

^ Observe sequence for tightening.

2 - Shaft seal for crankshaft -timing chain side-

^ Replacing.

3 - Alignment bushing

^ 2 pieces

4 - Lower timing chain cover

5 - Left cylinder head gasket

6 - 5 Nm plus an additional 90 degree (1/4 turn)

^ Replace
^ Observe sequence for tightening.

7 - Left timing chain cover

8 - 16 Nm

^ For vehicles from 05.2005

9 - 5 Nm plus an additional 90 degree (1/4 turn)

^ Replace
^ Observe sequence for tightening.

10 - Right timing chain cover

11 - Right cylinder head gasket

12 - Alignment bushing

^ 2 pieces