Can you run an A160 Engine with the Tappet Cover Off?

[aliddle]

I urgently need to resolve this question as it relates to a hearing that I am attending tomorrow:

Can you run an A160 engine (petrol) with the tappet cover off. Bear in mind that the sensor over the timing chain would be disconnected as would several breather hoses: Would the engine computer allow it to start?

 

[ben12345]

Yes it would probably work, but you'll end up with a nasty mess of oil everywhere!

 

[colechelle]

as well as put the engine light on as well!!!!

 

[aliddle]

Thanks guys,

I actually had a brainwave..... I unplugged the sensor for the timing chain and started the engine..... ran perfectly, so I am not sure what the hell that sensor does! Didn't even give me a warning light.