@NothCountryGuy - Ty, =)
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Originally Posted by bornleo369
@Redneck
Thanks for detailed description. The cam adjuster you are referring to, do I need to remove the timing chain to correct the adjuster? If yes then it’s too much work and money.
I am waiting for technician to call me but technician said he is getting one specific code multiple times which is :
2A81
Intake vanos (variable camshaft timing control) activation 2
Any idea what could be the reason for this?
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NP, happy to help. Since you have already replaced the solenoids, If it were me, I would just replace the entire Cam adjuster unit (they look to be around 300ish) and most likely the source of the metal shavings . You dont have to completely remove the timing chain to do it but it does require special tools and expect at least a 20 hour labor bill as it takes about 10 hours just to get the valve cover off alone. Once the valve cover is off and they have access to the timing chain tensioner, it takes less then 30 min to pop off the old timing adjuster and put on a new one and set the timing... (watch this video to see more about how your engine cam adjusters are removed and timing is set:
) All the work and expense is just getting to the adjuster. Also This should be a no-brainer for whoever is doing the work but make sure they replace the Vanos bolt, its a one-time use only.