Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the camshaft housing. Refer to Camshaft Housing Replacement .
2. Remove the camshaft timing chain, sprocket, and tensioner. Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement .

1

Camshaft Front Housing Fastener (Qty: 4)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Procedure

Be sure to mark the location of each fastener before removing.

Tighten
25 N·m (18 lb ft)

2

Camshaft Front Housing

3

Camshaft Bearing Cap Fastener (Qty: 8)

Procedure

1. Mark the camshaft cap position sequence.
2. Be sure to mark the location of the camshaft bolt and cap before removing.

Tighten
10 N·m (89 lb in)

4

Camshaft Bearing Cap

5

Camshaft

Procedure

1. Take extreme care to prevent any scratches or damage to the camshafts.
2. Mark the camshafts upon removal to ensure installation is in the correct position.
3. Lubricate the camshaft and camshaft bearing caps with engine oil.
4. Transfer parts as necessary.