Removal And Installation: Camshafts: Removal

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NOTE: 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.

NOTE: 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.

Remove the VCT unit. Refer to: Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit .
Using the special tool, remove and discard the camshaft seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal.

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NOTE: Use a heat gun to soften the flange sealant, this will aid in the removal of the camshaft mega cap. Failure to follow these directions may result in damage to the camshaft mega cap.

NOTE: Note the location and orientation of each camshaft bearing cap and the position of the camshaft lobes on the No. 1 cylinder for installation reference.
- Remove the bolts and the camshaft caps.
- Heat and remove the mega cap. Use the General Equipment: Hot Air Gun
- Remove the camshafts.
Fig 1: Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence
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Remove and discard the O-ring seal.

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Clean the camshaft mega cap mating surface.
Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

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Clean the camshaft mega cap surface.
Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

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