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Camshaft Removal

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  1. Remove the camshaft position sensor and sensor bolt.
    Fig 1: Camshaft Position Sensor And Sensor Bolt
    G01763766Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the camshaft thrust plate screws.
  3. Remove the camshaft thrust plate.
    Fig 2: Camshaft Thrust Plate And Screws
    G01763767Courtesy 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. 4.1. Install a large screwdriver in the camshaft bolt hole. Do not damage the threads.
    2. 4.2. Carefully rotate and pull the camshaft out of the camshaft bearings.
    Fig 3: Camshaft
    G01763768Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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