Removal Procedure

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Ignition Coil Replacement - Remove
Vacuum Pump Replacement - Remove
Turbocharger Heat Shield Replacement - Remove

NOTE:

The air cleaner outlet duct is equipped with a tamper proof connection that should NOT be removed unless the PCV tube or air cleaner outlet duct is being replaced. Loosening the air cleaner outlet duct clamps will allow the duct to be disconnected from the air cleaner assembly and turbocharger for repositioning without removing the tamper proof connection.

Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp- Loosen — Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (LCV)Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (LTG)

Fig 1: PCV Valve

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NOTE:

The PCV hose and fitting assembly (2) is a permanent connection. Reinstall these components as an assembly unless new components are being used.

NOTE:

Always ensure the PCV hose fitting O-Ring (3) seal is free of cuts or abrasions each time the fitting is attached to the turbocharger.

Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Remove
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose Fitting (2) - Disconnect
Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (LF4 - Bank 1)Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (LF4 - Bank 2)Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (LTG) - Remove
Oil Level Indicator- Remove
Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (LTG)Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (LGX) - Remove
Camshaft Position Actuator Intake Solenoid Valve Replacement - Remove
Camshaft Position Actuator Exhaust Solenoid Valve Replacement - Remove
Camshaft Cover Heat Shield Replacement (LCV) Camshaft Cover Heat Shield Replacement (LTG) - Remove
Fuel Feed Pipe@Fuel Pump- Remove — Fuel Feed Pipe Replacement (LCV)Fuel Feed Pipe Replacement (LTG)Fuel Feed Pipe Replacement (Chassis Fuel Feed Pipe to High Pressure Fuel Pump)

Fig 2: Identifying Four Long Camshaft Cover Bolts

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NOTE:

Note the location of the four long camshaft cover bolts (2) for proper installation.

Camshaft Cover Bolt - Remove

NOTE:

If reinstalling the camshaft cover, remove the camshaft cover with the PCV tubes and the air cleaner outlet duct.

Camshaft Cover - Remove

Fig 3: Camshaft Cover Gasket

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Camshaft Cover Gasket - Remove and DISCARD
If reinstalling the camshaft cover (2), clean and inspect as needed. Camshaft Cover Cleaning and Inspection (LCV)Camshaft Cover Cleaning and Inspection (LTG)