Question on Boxster Intermediate Shaft Bearing

Hi Wayne,

A question on the camshaft timing: it seems that the set screws are in place until the new bearing is installed and closed up. to prevent the shaft from moving. Are the chain tensioners supposed to be retightened before the next step, which is to spin the engine to check the cam alignment vs. the original scribe marks? This step doesn't seem to be documented, and I'd hate to miss it and spin the cams with a possibility that they could skip a tooth or two.
Please advise.

Thanks,

Phil

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[Wayne 962]

Yes, someone pointed that out recently (it may have been you in an email or post on our forums). After you have installed the bearing, then yes, you remove the set screws and re-tighten the chain tensioners (or re-install them) if you have removed or loosened them.

- Wayne