In-Vehicle Repair: Camshafts: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
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Do not rotate the camshafts unless instructed to in this procedure. Rotating the camshafts or crankshaft with timing components loosened or removed can cause serious damage to the valves and pistons.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Check the valve clearance. For additional information, refer to VALVE CLEARANCE CHECK .
- Remove the camshaft phaser and sprockets. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT PHASER AND SPROCKET .
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NOTE: The Camshaft Alignment Tool is for camshaft alignment only. Using this tool to prevent engine rotation can result in engine damage.
Remove the Camshaft Alignment Tool from the rear of both of the camshaft slots.
- Remove the 2 bolts and the 2 Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) solenoids.
- Remove the 3 bolts and the front camshaft bearing cap.
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NOTE: Failure to follow the camshaft loosening procedure can result in damage to the camshafts.NOTE: Note the position of the camshaft lobes on the No. 1 cylinder for installation reference.NOTE: Mark the location and orientation of each camshaft bearing cap.
Remove the camshafts from the engine.