Camshaft - LH: Installation

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NOTE: Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Install the camshafts.

NOTE: The camshaft bearing cap bolts vary in length and head design and must be installed in their original positions. Camshaft bearing caps are not interchangeable and must be installed in their original positions. If not reassembled in their original positions, severe engine damage may occur.

NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft bearing cap bearing surfaces with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Install the camshaft bearing caps.
- Install the bearing cap bolts and tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

Fig 1: Removing Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts In Sequence

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Install the secondary timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Index the keyways on the camshafts to the 6 o'clock position.

Fig 2: Identifying Keyways On Camshafts To 6 O'clock Position

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NOTE: Timing marks must be at 12 o'clock position or damage to the engine may occur.

Install the camshaft sprockets and the chain as an assembly.

Fig 3: Identifying Timing Marks At 12 O'clock Position

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Install the Camshaft Holding Tool.

Fig 4: Identifying Special Tool (303-446)

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Install the camshaft sprocket spacer, washer and bolt, and hand-tighten the bolt.
Install the camshaft drive sprocket, washer and bolt, and hand-tighten the bolt.
Tighten the bolts in 2 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

Fig 5: Identifying Camshaft Drive Sprocket, Washer & Bolt

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Install the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components .