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Camshaft Removal - Left Side (LF4)

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    Fig 1: Identifying Markings On Bearing Caps
    GM1306294Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Observe the markings on the bearing caps. Each bearing cap is marked in order to identify its location. The markings have the following meanings:
    • The raised feature must always be oriented toward the center of the cylinder head.
    • The I indicates the intake camshaft.
    • The E indicates the exhaust camshaft.
    • The number indicates the journal position from the front of the engine.
    2. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Camshaft Bearing Thrust Caps
    GM1977893Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Remove the camshaft bearing cap bolts.
  3. Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
    4. Fig 3: View of Camshafts and Cylinder Head
    GM1977898Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Mark the camshafts upon removal to ensure installation is in the correct position.

  4. Remove the camshafts.
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