Left Camshaft

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Fig 1: Left Side Intake & Exhaust Camshaft, Camshaft Bearing Caps & Bolts

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Clean all gasket sealing and mating surfaces. Refer to ENGINE GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION .
Lubricate camshafts with Mopar® Engine Oil Supplement, or equivalent. Refer to CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, SPECIFICATIONS .
Carefully install camshafts (1) onto cylinder head journals.

Fig 2: Intake Camshaft Gear Timing Mark & Exhaust Camshaft Timing Gear Mark
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Set the intake camshaft gear timing mark (1) at the four O'clock position and the exhaust camshaft timing gear mark (2) to the seven O'clock position.

Fig 3: Identification Number On Cylinder Head
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Verify the Identification No. (1) on front of cylinder head.

Fig 4: Bearing Cap Identification Marks
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NOTE:
When installing the bearing caps, be sure to install the "A" on the intake side and the "S" (1) on the exhaust side in the rightful order.
The identification No. (2) on the camshaft bearing cap should match the cylinder head number.

Fig 5: Camshaft Bearing Cap Tightening Sequence - Left
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Install the camshaft bearing caps 1 through 12, 17 and 18 in the rightful order and tighten each retaining bolt finger tight.
Check the camshaft for proper timing. Refer to VALVE TIMING - STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 6: Camshaft Bearing Cap Tightening Sequence - Left
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Using the tightening sequence shown in illustration, tighten bolts to 11 N.m (97 in. lbs.).
Install the timing chain and sprocket. Refer to CHAIN AND SPROCKETS, TIMING, INSTALLATION .
Connect the negative battery cable.
Start engine, allow to warm, turn engine off and inspect for leaks.