Removal And Installation: Camshaft: Removal

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.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
Remove the timing chain. Refer to: Timing Chain .
NOTE: The Camshaft Alignment Tool is for camshaft alignment only. Using this tool to prevent engine rotation can result in engine damage.

Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1565 Alignment Tool, Camshaft.

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Remove the bolts and the VCT oil control solenoids.

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Remove the bolts and the front camshaft cap.

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

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.

NOTE: Inspect the camshaft bores for any scratches that can be felt by hand.

Loosen the camshaft bearing caps in sequence 2 turns at a time until all tension is released from the camshaft bearing caps and remove the bolts, caps and camshafts.

Fig 1: Camshaft Loosening Sequence
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Clean the rear camshaft cap.

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NOTE: This step is only necessary if the camshafts are being serviced.

NOTE: Note the position of the components before removal.

Remove and discard the bolts, remove the VCT units.

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