Help A/C lines in the way of removing top timing cover

[Slumpert]

I ran into a issue trying to pull off my top timing cover..

 

The A/C line crosses low enough and close enough that I just cant seem to pull the cover off.

 

Any helpful hints?

 

Edited March 3, 2013 by Slumpert

[devonianwalk]

I loosened the four bolts that secured the AC pump. That made it easier to pull the hose out just enough to remove the TB cover.

[Slumpert]

Thanks, I loosened all 4, but left the front bottom one on and "rotated" the compressor forward enough to clear it...

 

[ferrariowner123]

I just cursed and pushed the plate out of the way, i think it bent the line, because after going into my timing chamber a third time (long story), it wasn't an issue. lol

 

Count your teeth from gear to gear, just to be safe!!

 

-Kyle