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In-Vehicle Repair: Camshaft: Removal

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  1. Remove the camshaft roller followers. Refer to Camshaft Roller Follower .
    2. CAUTION: At no time, when the timing chains are removed and the cylinder heads are installed may the crankshaft or camshaft be rotated. Severe piston and valve damage will occur.
  2. Remove the timing chains. Refer to Timing Drive Components .
  3. Remove the thirteen camshaft bearing cap bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
    G01548361Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. CAUTION: Identify the location of the bearing caps prior to removal. The caps must be installed in the original location and orientation or engine damage can occur.
    Fig 2: Removing Camshaft Bearing Caps
    G01548362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
  5. Clean and inspect the camshaft bearing caps.
    • One of the bearing caps contains an oil flow restriction groove. Make sure the groove is free of foreign material.
    Fig 3: Cleaning And Inspecting Camshaft Bearing Caps
    G01548363Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the camshaft from the cylinder head.
    Fig 4: Removing Camshaft From Cylinder Head
    G01548364Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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