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Camshaft & Bearings (In Block): Installation: Installation-Camshaft

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  1. Lubricate camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing journals and insert the camshaft to within 51 mm (2 inches) of its final position in cylinder block.
  2. Install Camshaft Holder Tool C-3509 with tongue back of distributor drive gear (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Holding Tool C-3509
    G02657155Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  3. Hold tool in position with a distributor lock-plate bolt. This tool will restrict camshaft from being pushed in too far and prevent knocking out the welch plug in rear of cylinder block. Tool should remain installed until the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets and timing chain have been installed. 
  4. Install camshaft thrust plate and chain oil tab. Make sure tang enters lower right hole in thrust plate.  Tighten bolts to 24 N.m (210 in. lbs.) torque. Top edge of tab should be flat against thrust plate in order to catch oil for chain lubrication.
  5. Install timing chain and gears (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS-INSTALLATION ).
  6. Measure camshaft end play (Refer to ENGINE-SPECIFICATIONS ). If not within limits install a new thrust plate.
  7. Each tappet reused must be installed in the same position from which it was removed. When camshaft is replaced, all of the tappets must be replaced. 
  8. Install distributor and distributor drive shaft.
  9. Install push rods and tappets.
  10. Install rocker arms.
  11. Install timing case cover (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN COVER(S)-INSTALLATION ).
  12. Install cylinder head covers (Refer to ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S)-INSTALLATION ).
  13. Install intake manifold (Refer to ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD-INSTALLATION ).
  14. Install the engine cover.
  15. Install the A/C Condenser (if equipped)
  16. Install the radiator (Refer to RADIATOR ).
  17. Start engine check for leaks.
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