Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 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.
- Install the camshaft bearing caps in the proper locations and direction.
- Install the camshaft bearing cap bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
- Install the front camshaft bearing cap.
Tighten: Tighten the bearing cap bolts to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
- Install the camshaft position actuator to the camshaft.
- Install the camshaft position actuator sprocket bolt in order to secure the cam sprocket.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).
- Install the timing chain. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Replacement .
- Unlock the camshaft actuator locking pin. Refer to Camshaft Actuator Locking Pin Adjustment .
- Check and adjust valve clearance. Refer to Valve Lash Adjustment .
IMPORTANT:
Each bearing cap has a number and a directional arrow marked on the bearing cap.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.