Camshaft Removal - Left Side

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Fig 1: Identifying Markings On Bearing Caps

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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 raised feature must always be oriented toward the center of the cylinder head.
- The I indicates the intake camshaft.
- The E indicates the exhaust camshaft.
- The number indicates the journal position from the front of the engine.

Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts

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Remove the camshaft bearing cap bolts.
Remove the camshaft bearing caps.

Fig 3: Identifying Camshafts

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NOTE: Mark the camshafts upon removal to ensure installation is in the correct position.

Remove the camshafts.
Replace the camshaft bearing caps and bolts.