Exhaust Camshaft Removal

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Special Tools

EN-46789 Camshaft Fixing Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

NOTE: Replacement of the exhaust camshaft is allowed for camshaft housing with plain bearings ONLY.

Determine the type of the installed camshaft housing. Refer to Camshaft Housing Replacement .
Install the EN-46789 fixing tool.

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Remove the exhaust camshaft sprocket bolt (2).
Remove the exhaust camshaft sprocket (1).
Remove the EN-46789 fixing tool.
Remove the exhaust camshaft sealing ring (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Exhaust Camshaft Seal Ring
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Remove the exhaust camshaft (2).