Camshafts (G1817149): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
- Remove the fuel rail.
Refer to: FUEL RAIL
- Remove the fuel injectors.
Refer to: FUEL INJECTORS
- Remove the upper timing chain.
Refer to: UPPER TIMING COVER
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CAUTION: Use 2 suitable M6 X 20 bolts to install the special tool to the cylinder head.
Install the special tool.
Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1631
- Loosen the camshaft gear bolt but do not remove at this stage.
- Remove the special tool.
- Remove the camshaft gear and discard the bolt.
Remove the special tool.
Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1625
- Remove the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) material.
- Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors and position the harness to one side.
- Remove the cylinder head temperature sensor electrical connector bracket.
- Position the crankcase breather to one side.
- Remove the valve cover and discard the gasket.
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NOTE: Note the orientation of the component prior to removal
- Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
- Remove the camshafts.
- Inspect the components and renew if damaged or worn.