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Old 12th June 2019, 18:59   #11
SD1too
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Rover 75 2.5 Connoisseur Auto (1999) Dealer launch model.

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Finally I have time to start replacing the cap ...
Is the cap missing completely?
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Do I have to take timing belt off ...
No.
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... can I have tips for this job.
It's extremely difficult to fit a brand new cap due to its rigidity and the lack of space to apply tooling. When I renewed my timing belts last year I re-used one of my original camshaft caps. It was easier to fit and has been absolutely fine. If yours is missing then it must have been removed and not refitted properly.

Simon
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