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Camshaft Removal

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    Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor And Sensor Bolt
    GM813510Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the camshaft position sensor and sensor bolt.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Camshaft Thrust Plate
    GM54981Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the camshaft thrust plate screws.
  3. Remove the camshaft thrust plate.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Camshaft
    GM55018Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing or installing the camshaft to avoid damage to the camshaft bearings.
  4. Complete the following steps in order to remove the camshaft:
    1. Install a large screwdriver in the camshaft bolt hole. Do not damage the threads.
    2. Carefully rotate and pull the camshaft out of the camshaft bearings.
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