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Intake Camshaft Removal - Left Side - Off Vehicle

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    Fig 1: View Of Intake 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 "I" indicates the intake camshaft.
    • The number indicates the journal position from the front of the engine.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Left Intake Camshaft Bearing Caps
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  3. Remove the left intake camshaft bearing cap bolts.
  4. Remove the left intake camshaft bearing caps. Store the bearing caps in a clean shop towel.
  5. Fig 3: View Of Left Intake Camshaft
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  6. Remove the left intake camshaft. Place the camshaft in a secure location.
  7. Cover the camshaft with an oil soaked towel in order to prevent corrosion.