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

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NOTE: The camshaft has an integral oil pump and distributor drive gear (Fig 1).
Fig 1: Removing Camshaft And Sprocket Assembly
G02657153Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  1. Remove the radiator (Refer to RADIATOR ).
  2. Remove the A/C Condenser (if equipped)
  3. Remove the engine cover.
  4. Remove intake manifold (Refer to ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD-REMOVAL ).
  5. Remove cylinder head covers (Refer to ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S)-REMOVAL ).
  6. Remove timing case cover (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN COVER(S)-REMOVAL ) and timing chain (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS-REMOVAL ).
  7. Remove rocker arms.
  8. Remove push rods and tappets. Identify each part so it can be installed in its original location.
  9. Remove distributor and lift out the oil pump and distributor drive shaft.
  10. Remove camshaft thrust plate, note location of oil tab (Fig 2).
    Fig 2: Removing Camshaft Thrust Plate
    G02657154Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  11. Install a long bolt into front of camshaft to aid in removal of the camshaft. Remove camshaft, being careful not to damage cam bearings with the cam lobes.
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