Removal And Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the timing chains. Refer to "REMOVAL ".
If necessary, remove camshaft position sensor (PHASE) (right and left bank) from cylinder head back side.
CAUTION:
- Handle carefully to avoid dropping and shocks.
- Do not disassemble.
- Do not allow any metal particles to adhere to magnetic part at sensor tip.
- Do not place sensors in a location where they are exposed to magnetism.
Fig 1: Do Not Allow Any Metal Particles To Adhere To Magnetic Part At Sensor Tip
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Remove the IVT control solenoid valves.

Fig 2: Remove The IVT Control Solenoid Valves
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- Discard the IVT control solenoid valve gaskets and use new gaskets for installation.
Remove the intake and exhaust camshaft brackets and the camshafts.
- Mark the camshafts, camshaft brackets, and bolts so they are placed in the same position and direction for installation.
- Equally loosen the camshaft bracket bolts in several steps in the order shown.
  
  Fig 3: Remove The Intake And Exhaust Camshaft Brackets And The Camshafts (RH)
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  
  Fig 4: Remove The Intake And Exhaust Camshaft Brackets And The Camshafts (LH)
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Remove valve lifters.
NOTE: Identify installation positions to ensure proper installation.
Remove camshaft timing chain tensioner from cylinder head with the stopper pin inserted.
NOTE: Stopper pin was installed when secondary timing chain was removed.

Fig 5: Remove Camshaft Timing Chain Tensioner From Cylinder Head With The Stopper Pin Inserted
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.