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Camshaft Removal

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  1. Remove the camshaft thrust plate screws.
  2. Remove the camshaft thrust plate.
    Fig 1: Camshaft Thrust Plate
    G01764495Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install one 1/2-20 x 6.0 inch bolt in the camshaft front bolt hole.
    Fig 2: 1/2-20 x 6.0 Inch Bolt In The Camshaft Front Bolt Hole
    G01764496Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing the camshaft to avoid damage to the bearings.

  4. Carefully rotate and pull the camshaft out of the bearings.
    Fig 3: Camshaft
    G01764497Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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