How to remove the variable timing valve body of ea888 engine

The disassembly steps of ea888 engine variable timing valve body are as follows.

1. Remove the control valve with a removal tool, unscrew the screws and remove the bearing bridge.

2. Rotate the shock absorber to the top dead center with a fixture, and remove the lower cover plate of the timing chain.

3. Remove the chain tensioner and variable timing valve body of the oil pump.