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11 31... Determining intake camshaft variant (N20)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: Variant A:  X = approx. 8 mm
Variant B:  Y = approx. 4 mm
Fig 1: Identifying Intake Camshaft Variants
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Identify intake camshaft variant by means of mirror (1) on vacuum pump drive flange.

IMPORTANT: If variant A  is fitted, proceed with CHECKING INTAKE CAMSHAFT .
If variant B  is fitted, no further action is required. Install VACUUM PUMP .
Fig 2: Checking Intake Camshaft Variant Using Mirror
G09923275Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.