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In-Vehicle Repair: Camshaft: Installation

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  1. Lubricate the camshaft journals with clean engine oil.
  2. Install the camshaft and the camshaft bearing caps in their original locations onto the cylinder head. Loosely install the 15 bolts.
    Fig 1: Installing Camshaft And Camshaft Bearing Caps
    G03886491Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in Fig 2.
    Fig 2: Tightening Bolts In Sequence
    G03886492Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Use the special tool to compress the valve springs and install the camshaft roller followers.
    Fig 3: Compressing Valve Springs
    G04002269Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS .
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