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Hydraulic Lifters and Camshaft

Model: Audi A6 MK 2, C5 - Years 1997-2004
Part: Engine

If you are rebuilding an Audi engine with a hydraulic lifter system, you will need to replace the lifter pistons, retainers, and pushrods. Before installing the camshaft, generously lubricate the sliding surfaces, insert the new bearings, and then install the camshaft itself, repeating the lubrication before applying the mounting brackets and aligning the timing references. Repeat the same steps for the second bank, insert the seals, and proceed with the installation on the cylinder block, completing the assembly of the timing belt.

Updated on 11 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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