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CAMSHAFT, Engine: Installation: Camshaft

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Fig 1: CAMSHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
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  1. Lubricate the camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing journals and carefully insert the camshaft.
    Fig 2: TIMING MARK ALIGNMENT
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  2. Install the camshaft tensioner plate assembly and tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (250 in. lbs.).
  3. Install the timing chain and sprockets. See Engine/Valve Timing/CHAIN and SPROCKETS, Timing - Installation .
  4. Measure camshaft end play. See Engine - Specifications . If not within limits install a new thrust plate.
    Fig 3: OIL PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
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  5. Install the oil pump. See Engine/Lubrication/PUMP, Engine Oil - Installation 
    Fig 4: HYDRAULIC ROLLER TAPPET REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
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    NOTE: Each tappet must be installed in the same position from which it was removed.
    NOTE: When the camshaft is replaced, all of the tappets must be replaced.
  6. Install the tappets (2) and retainer assembly (1). See Engine/Engine Block/LIFTER(S), Hydraulic - Installation 
    Fig 5: Cylinder Head Components
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  7. Install both left and right cylinder heads (4). See Engine/Cylinder Head - Installation .
  8. Install the pushrods in the same position from which they were removed.
    Fig 6: Rocker Shafts Retaining Bolt Removal & Tightening Sequence
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  9. Install the rocker arms and shaft assembly. See Engine/Cylinder Head/ROCKER ARM, Valve - Installation 
  10. Using the sequence shown in Fig 6, install the rocker arm shaft bolts and tighten to 22 N.m (16 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 7: FRONT COVER SLIDE BUSHINGS
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  11. Install the timing chain cover. See Engine/Valve Timing/COVER(S), Engine Timing - Installation .
  12. Install the oil pick up tube.
  13. Install the oil pan. See Engine/Lubrication/PAN, Oil - Installation .
    Fig 8: Intake Manifold Removal & Tightening Sequence
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  14. Using the sequence shown in Fig 8, install the intake manifold and tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (9 ft. lbs.). See Engine/Manifolds/MANIFOLD, Intake - Installation 
    Fig 9: Cylinder Head Cover Torque Sequence
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  15. Install the cylinder head covers. See Engine/Cylinder Head/COVER(S), Cylinder Head - Installation 
  16. Install the A/C compressor. See Engine/Lubrication/PAN, Oil - Installation 
  17. Install the generator.
    Fig 10: Identifying Accessory Drive Belt
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  18. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Cooling/Accessory Drive/BELT, Serpentine - Installation
  19. Install the radiator. Refer to Cooling/Engine/RADIATOR, Engine Cooling - Installation
    Fig 11: Air Cleaner Duct
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  20. Install the air cleaner housing (1) and clean air tube (2).
    Fig 12: Locating Battery
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  21. Install the negative battery cable.
  22. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling - Standard Procedure .
    Fig 13: Engine Covers
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  23. Fill the engine with oil.
  24. Install engine covers (1).
  25. Start engine and check for leaks.
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