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In-Vehicle Repair: Camshaft: Removal

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Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft
G03962041Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Remove the valve tappets. For additional information, refer to VALVE TAPPET .
  2. NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the timing chain tensioner.
  3. Remove the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS .
  4. Remove the engine dynamic balance shaft drive gear.
  5. Remove the camshaft Woodruff key.
  6. Remove the bolts and the camshaft thrust plate.
  7. Remove the camshaft spacer.
  8. Remove the camshaft.