Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the intake camshaft onto the cylinder head with the number 1 cam lobes facing as shown.
Important: Each bearing cap has a number and a directional arrow marked on the bearing cap.

Fig 1: Identifying Directional Arrow Marked On Bearing Cap
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Install the camshaft bearing caps in their proper locations and direction.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the camshaft bearing cap bolts.
Tighten
- Tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts in the sequence shown to 13 N.m (10 lb ft).
- Tighten the front bearing cap bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Install the camshaft position actuator to the camshaft.

Fig 3: Installing Camshaft Position Actuator To Camshaft
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Install the camshaft position actuator sprocket bolt in order to secure the cam sprocket.

Fig 4: Installing Camshaft Position Actuator Sprocket Bolt
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Tighten

Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt to 55 N.m (40 lb ft).
Install the timing chain onto the engine. Refer to TIMING CHAIN AND SPROCKETS REPLACEMENT .
Check and adjust valve clearance. Refer to VALVE LASH ADJUSTMENT .