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Eddie (guest)

05-21-2013 04:57 AM

Hi Wayne, Is it possible to replace the upper chain tensioner without removing the vanos unit.

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Nick at Pelican Parts

05-21-2013 04:57 AM

I don't think so. You have to lift the tensioner up to clear the cylinder head, and the timing chain for the VANOS would be in the way.

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