Removal And Installation: Camshafts: Removal

Remove the VCT unit. Refer to: Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit .
Remove the bolt and the VCT oil control solenoid.

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Remove the Camshaft Alignment Tool from the rear of both of the camshaft slots. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-465 Tool, Camshaft Align Timing.

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NOTE: Failure to follow the camshaft loosening procedure can result in damage to the camshafts.

NOTE: Mark the location and orientation of each camshaft bearing cap.

NOTE: Mark the location of the camshafts prior to removal.

Loosen the camshaft bearing cap bolts, in sequence, one turn at a time until all tension is released from the camshaft bearing caps.

Fig 1: Camshaft Loosening Sequence

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