Removal Procedure
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- Remove the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement .
- Remove the upper timing chain guide.
- Install the J 43655 . See Special Tools .
- Remove both the intake and exhaust camshaft sprocket bolts and discard.
- Slide the camshaft sprockets forward.
- Mark bearing caps to ensure they are installed in the original position.
- Remove the bearing caps.
- Remove the intake camshaft.
- Remove the camshaft roller followers.
- Remove the hydraulic element lash adjusters.
IMPORTANT:
Remove each bolt on each cap one turn at a time until there is no spring tension on the camshaft.