Removal & Installation: Camshaft: Removal
- Remove engine from vehicle. See ENGINE R & I . Remove intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLD .
- Remove valve lifters. See VALVE LIFTER R & I . Remove timing chain. See TIMING CHAIN .
- Check camshaft end play. If camshaft end play is not within specification, replace thrust plate. See CAMSHAFT table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS at end of article.
- Remove camshaft thrust plate retaining bolt. Remove camshaft. If replacing camshaft bearings, remove rear camshaft bore plug. Using Camshaft Bearing Set (T65L-6250-A), remove camshaft bearings.