Camshaft - LH: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Lubricate the parts with clean engine oil before installing.

Fig 1: Installing Camshaft

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Install the camshaft.

NOTE: The camshaft bearing caps must be installed in the original position.

Fig 2: Positioning Camshaft Bearing Caps, Oil Supply Tube, And Bolts

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Position the camshaft bearing caps, the oil supply tube, and the bolts.

NOTE: After installing the bolts, check the camshaft for free rotation.

Tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts in two stages in the sequence shown.
1. Stage 1: Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb-in).
2. Stage 2: Tighten the bolts to 16 N.m (12 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Tightening Sequence
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Re-time both camshafts. For additional information, refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS - CAMSHAFT TIMING .
Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to ROLLER FOLLOWERS .