CAMSHAFT, Engine: Installation: Camshaft

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Fig 1: Removing/Installing Camshaft

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CAUTION: The 5.7L engine uses a unique camshaft for use with the Multi Displacement System (MDS). When installing a new camshaft, the replacement camshaft must be compatible with the MDS.

CAUTION: Use care when installing the camshaft into the engine block, do not damage the camshaft bearings with the camshaft lobes.

Lubricate the camshaft lobes (1) and the camshaft bearing journals with clean engine oil.
Install a long bolt (2) into the front of the camshaft to aid in the installation, carefully install the camshaft into the engine block.

Fig 2: Camshaft Thrust Plate
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Install the camshaft thrust plate (1) and tighten retaining bolts to 12 N.m (106 in. lbs.).

Fig 3: Timing Chain
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Install the timing chain and camshaft phaser. See Engine/Valve Timing/CHAIN and SPROCKETS, Timing - Installation .
Using a suitable dial indicator, measure the camshaft end play. See Engine - Specifications . If not within specification, install a new thrust plate.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Oil Pump
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Install the oil pump. See Engine/Lubrication/PUMP, Engine Oil - Installation .

Fig 5: FRONT COVER SLIDE BUSHINGS
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Install the engine timing cover. See Engine/Valve Timing/COVER(S), Engine Timing - Installation .

Fig 6: Oil Pick Up Tube
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Install the oil pump pick up tube (1) and tighten the retaining bolt and nut (2) to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
Install the oil pan. See Engine/Lubrication/PAN, Oil - Installation .

Fig 7: Identifying Lifters & Retainers
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CAUTION: Whenever the camshaft is replaced, all roller lifters must be replaced.

CAUTION: The 5.7L Multi Displacement System (MDS) engine uses both standard roller lifters and deactivating roller lifters. The deactivating roller lifters must be used in cylinders 1, 4, 6, 7. The deactivating lifters can be identified by the two holes in the side of the lifter body, for the latching pins.

CAUTION: If the lifter and retainer assembly are to be reused, identify lifters to ensure installation in their original location or engine damage could result.

CAUTION: The lifter and retainer assembly must be installed as a unit.

Install the lifters (2) and retainer (1) as an assembly into their original location. See Engine/Engine Block/LIFTER(S), Hydraulic - Installation .

Fig 8: Cylinder Head Components

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1 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER

2 - GASKET

3 - FASTENERS

4 - CYLINDER HEAD

5 - HEAD GASKET

Install the cylinder heads (2). See Engine/Cylinder Head - Installation .

Fig 9: Cylinder Head Cover Torque Sequence
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Install the cylinder head covers. See Engine/Cylinder Head/COVER(S), Cylinder Head - Installation .

Fig 10: Intake Manifold Removal & Tightening Sequence
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Install intake manifold. See Engine/Manifolds/MANIFOLD, Intake - Installation .
Install the A/C compressor. Refer to Heating and Air Conditioning/Plumbing/COMPRESSOR, A/C - Installation .

Fig 11: Generator - 5.7L
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Install the generator (2). Refer to Electrical/Charging/GENERATOR - Installation .
Install the radiator. Refer to Cooling/Engine/RADIATOR, Engine Cooling - Installation .
Install the air cleaner assembly. See INSTALLATION .

Fig 12: Disconnecting/Connecting Battery Cables
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Install the negative battery cable (2).
Refill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling - Standard Procedure .
Perform the Engine Oil Service. See STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Start the engine and check for leaks.