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Exhaust Camshaft Removal - Right Side - Off Vehicle

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    Fig 1: View Of Exhaust Camshaft Bearing Cap Markings
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    IMPORTANT: Bearing caps must remain with their original cylinder head and in their original location. Do not mix bearing caps.
  1. Observe the markings on the bearing caps. Each bearing cap is marked in order to identify its location. The markings have the following meanings:
    • The arrow points toward the front of the engine.
    • The "E" indicates the exhaust camshaft.
    • The number indicates the journal position from the front of the engine.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Right Exhaust Camshaft Bearing Caps
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  3. Remove the right exhaust camshaft bearing cap bolts.
  4. Remove the right exhaust camshaft bearing caps. Store the bearing caps in a clean shop towel.
  5. Fig 3: View Of Right Exhaust Camshaft
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  6. Remove the right exhaust camshaft. Place the camshaft in a secure location.
  7. Cover the camshaft with an oil soaked towel in order to prevent corrosion.