Hi,
We had cut the timing chain link to replace the chain on my 1987 260E with over 400K miles. Accidently, one side of the chain dropped inside the lower cover. Presently my cylinder head is outside the engine (engine is still in the car). What I was wondering is if anyone has any instructions for me as to how to open the lower timing chain cover ? Or if there is any way to pull the chain back out from the cover ? Ideally, I would like to replace the old chain with an intact chain so as to not have a weak link but any ideas are very welcome.

Thanks, Best, Saumil

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Saumil S. Patel