Camshaft Bearings and Camshaft Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure NOTE: Many internal engine components will develop specific wear patterns on their friction surfaces. Components MUST be separated, marked, or organized in a way to ensure installation to their original location and position. Take precautions in order to prevent interchanging of parts. Tag or mark each part immediately when removed. Indicate location, direction, or orientation when necessary.
1	Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolt - Intake Side (Qty: 12) Procedure Loosen each bolt 1/2 turn to reduce spring pressure.
2	Camshaft Bearing Front Intake Cap
3	Camshaft Bearing Cap - Intake Side (Qty: 4) NOTE: Observe the markings on the bearing caps. Each bearing cap is marked in order to identify its location.
4	Camshaft Bearing Rear Cap - Intake Side
5	Intake Camshaft Assembly
6	Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolt - Exhaust Side (Qty: 12) Procedure Loosen each bolt 1/2 turn to reduce spring pressure.
7	Camshaft Bearing Front Exhaust Cap.
8	Camshaft Bearing Cap - Exhaust Side (Qty: 5) NOTE: Observe the markings on the bearing caps. Each bearing cap is marked in order to identify its location.
9	Exhaust Camshaft Assembly