Camshaft Roller Follower: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Depending on the camshaft roller follower being serviced, remove the LH or RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover - LH or Valve Cover - RH in this article.
- Rotate the crankshaft until the piston for the valve being serviced is at the top of its stroke with the intake valve and the exhaust valves closed.
- Using the special tool, compress the valve spring and remove the camshaft roller follower.
- Repeat the previous 2 steps for each camshaft roller follower being serviced.
- Inspect the camshaft roller follower. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
CAUTION:
If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same positions. Mark the components for installation into their original locations.