Astra Z18XER Camshaft and Timing Belt Removal

Just a video guide on how to replace your VVT solenoids, camshaft phaser wheels and some tips for the timing belt replacement and removal.

Originally, I just wanted to replace the VVT solenoids but one got stuck. Things got a little out of hand but ended up okay in the end. Here is an index of different sections:

0:30 to 3:40 - Initial VVT Solenoid removal (more work later on in vid)
4:00 - 5:30 - Rocker Cover removal
6:00 - 6:45 - Timing Belt covers removal
7:11 - 7:34 - Locking camshafts with tool
8:34 - Removing burred camshaft phaser caps
12:18 - Removing stuck VVT solenoid
14:23 - Putting back plastic cover for camshaft phaser
15:58 - 18:40 - Torque settings for camshaft phaser bolts plus tightening
19:46 - Timing Belt pulley and idler install
21:43 - Getting timing belt on camshaft wheel teeth
21:46 - Why Universal Torx socket kits SUCK!!!!!
23:00 - Why a locking pin helps the tensioner to be in place
25:05 - OEM part numbers for this job needed