Removal Procedure
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- Remove the engine. Engine Replacement
- Remove the valve lifter oil manifold. Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Replacement
- Remove the valve lifter follower guide assembly. Valve Lifter Follower Guide Assembly Replacement
- Remove the valve lifters. Valve Lifter Replacement
- Remove the CMP actuator and timing chain. Timing Chain, Crankshaft Sprocket, Camshaft Position Actuator, and Solenoid Valve Replacement
- Remove the camshaft retainer bolts (1).
- Remove the camshaft retainer (2).
- Remove the camshaft (3).
- For camshaft and bearing cleaning and inspection, refer to Camshaft and Bearings Cleaning and Inspection .