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Variable Valve Timing Actuator: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Replace
Adjuster Assembly
545i, 550i12.79.1B
Right Bank
Intake8.05.4B
Exhaust8.05.4B
Intake & Exhaust8.15.4B
Left Bank
Intake8.05.5B
Exhaust8.05.5B
Intake & Exhaust8.15.5B
Actuator Motor
Eccentric Shaft
545i, 550i
Right Shaft0.50.4B
Left Shaft0.50.4B
Both Shafts0.70.6B