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Camshaft - Installation

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Fig 1: Camshaft, Gear & Thrust Plate
GC0108544Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  1. Lubricate the camshaft bearings and with fresh engine oil or suitable equivalent.
  2. Liberally coat the thrust plate (1) and the lobes and journals of the camshaft (2) with fresh engine oil or suitable equivalent.
    Fig 2: Camshaft Gear & Crankshaft Gear Timing Mark Alignment
    GC0108549Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
    CAUTION:

    When installing the camshaft, DO NOT push it in farther than it will go with the thrust plate in place.

  3. Install the camshaft and thrust plate. Align the timing marks as shown in the illustration.
  4. Install the thrust plate bolts and tighten to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
  5. Measure camshaft back lash. Backlash should be within 0.075-0.250 mm (0.003-0.010 inch).
  6. Measure camshaft end clearance. End clearance should be within 0.025 - 0.500 mm (0.001 - 0.020 inch).
    Fig 3: Tappets Secured In Place Using Wooden Dowel Rods
    GC0108542Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  7. Remove the wooden dowel rods and rubber bands from the tappets.
    Fig 4: Push Rod Removal/Installation
    GC0108541Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Lubricate the push rods with engine oil and install in their original location. Verify that they are seated in the tappets. 
  9. Lubricate the valve tips with engine oil and install the crossheads in their original locations.
  10. Lubricate the crossheads and push rod sockets with engine oil and install the rocker arms and pedestals in their original locations. Tighten bolts to 36 N.m (27 ft. lbs.).
  11. Verify valve lash adjustment. Refer to VALVE LASH ADJUSTMENT AND VERIFICATION  .
  12. Install the cylinder head cover. Refer to COVER(S), CYLINDER HEAD, INSTALLATION, 6.7L .
    Fig 5: Front Timing Case Housing Components
    GC0155250Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  13. Install the front timing case housing. Refer to HOUSING, TIMING CASE, FRONT, INSTALLATION, 6.7L .
  14. Install the radiator. Refer to RADIATOR, ENGINE COOLING, INSTALLATION .
  15. Connect the negative battery cables.
    Fig 6: Engine Cover, Bolts & Oil Dipstick
    GC0155408Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  16. Start engine and check for engine oil and coolant leaks.
  17. Install the engine cover (2) and fasteners (1, 4).
  18. Install the engine oil dip stick (3).
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