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Camshafts RH: Installation

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    NOTE: Be sure the camshaft bearing caps are installed in their original positions.
    Fig 1: Aligning Camshafts
    G01592797Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Lubricate camshafts with engine oil and carefully position the camshafts into the cylinder head.
    • Align the camshafts as shown.
    2. CAUTION: Do not install camshaft journal thrust caps until all of the camshaft bearing caps have been installed, or damage to the thrust caps can occur.
    Fig 2: Installing Bearing Caps And Bolts
    G01592798Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing caps with engine oil. Install the bearing caps and loosely install the bolts.
  3. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing thrust caps with engine oil. Install the bearing thrust caps and loosely install the bolts.
    Fig 3: Installing Bearing Thrust Caps And Bolts
    G01592799Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. CAUTION: The camshaft bearing caps are positional and must be installed in their original locations and orientations or engine damage can occur.
    Fig 4: Verifying That Camshaft Bearing Caps Are In Correct Locations
    G01592800Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Verify that the camshaft bearing caps are in the correct locations.
  5. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 5: Tightening Sequence Of Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
    G01592801Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS .
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