Left Camshaft (G2796535): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION: Make sure that the orientation and code on the top of the camshaft bearing caps is noted (along with the bank - A or B), so that on installation the components are installed to their original position. Failure to follow this instruction may cause damage to the vehicle.

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 12 V system.
Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING
Remove the timing chains, guides and tensioners.
Refer to: TIMING CHAINS, GUIDES, AND TENSIONERS
CAUTION: The thread is left handed.

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- Install the M16 washer.
- Install and tighten a new crankshaft pulley bolt.
  Renew Part: Crankshaft pulley bolts Quantity: 1 .
  
  Torque : 20 Nm
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Mark the crankshaft pulley bolt as illustrated.
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Mark the tooth of the drive plate at the special tool as illustrated.
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- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the special tool.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1303
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- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the special tool.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1304
CAUTION: The crankshaft must be set at 45° After Top Dead Center (ATDC) for cylinder 1.

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Rotate the crankshaft in a clockwise direction by 45° until position as illustrated.
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- Install the special tool to lock the crankshaft.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1304
- Install and tighten the 2 bolts.
  Torque : 20 Nm
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- Install the special tools as illustrated.
  Special Tool(s): 303-1452
- Install and tighten the 6 bolts.
  Torque : 10 Nm
CAUTION: Only rotate the camshafts clockwise.

NOTE: Right side camshafts shown, the step for left side is similar.

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Use a suitable tool to rotate the camshafts clockwise until all the valves are at their minimum open point.
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- Remove the 6 bolts.
- Remove the special tools.
  Special Tool(s): 303-1452
CAUTION:
- Make sure that all the valves are at their minimum open point.
- Evenly and progressively release the camshaft bearing caps.
NOTE:
- Note the bearing caps position, orientation and markings. Each is marked with its position (number) and an orientation (arrow).
- Note the installed position of the components before removal.
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- Remove the 20 bolts.
- Remove the 10 left camshaft bearing caps.
NOTE: Note the installed position of the components before removal.

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Remove the 2 left camshafts.