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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 fifteen bolts.
    Fig 1: Installing Camshaft And Camshaft Bearing Caps
    G01544685Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 2: Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G01544686Courtesy 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 Using Special Tool
    G01544687Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the timing drive components. Refer to Timing Drive Components .
  6. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold .
  7. Connect the battery ground cable.
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