TOOLS
1 Camshaft Holding Tools,
to be used as OEM 642 589 00 31 00
2 Fixing Screws for
Camshaft Holding Tools
INTENDED USE
This tool set is made for holding the camshaft during adjusting the engine timing on Mercedes Benz
engines M642 and it is to be used as OEM 642589003100.
More information regarding this item and a list of suitable engines and models can be found on our
website:
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Do not use the tool if parts are missing or damaged.
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Use the tool for the intended purpose only.
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Never place the tool on the vehicle battery. There is a risk of a short circuit.
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Be careful when working with the engine running. Loose clothing, tools and other objects can be
caught by rotating parts and cause serious injury.
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Keep children and other unauthorized persons away from the work area.
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Be careful when working on hot engines because of the risk of burn injuries.
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If you remove the ignition key before repairing, you can prevent the engine from being started
accidentally and resulting in engine damage.
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This manual serves as a brief guide and does not replace a workshop manual. Always refer to
the vehicle-specific service literature, particularly the technical data such as torque values and
instructions for disassembly/assembly, etc.
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After repair or before starting the engine, turn a minimum of 2 turns by hand and check the
timing again.
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Turn the engine only in the normal direction of rotation (clockwise unless otherwise specified)
USE
Attention: Before carrying out repairs,
check the timing chain for wear.
• Turn the crankshaft until the first cylinder is at TDC.
• Install the camshaft holding tools on the left and right cylinder rows
(Fig.1). The marks of the camshaft gears must be aligned.
• The marks of the balance shafts must be in the 12 o'clock position.
BGS technic KG
Bandwirkerstr. 3
D-42929 Wermelskirchen
Engine Timing Tool Set
for Mercedes-Benz M642
Tel.: 02196 720480
Fax.: 02196 7204820
mail@bgs-technic.de
BGS 6689
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Fig.1
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