Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Nissan Titan XD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the camshaft timing chains from cylinder head (bank 1) and cylinder head (bank 2). Refer to Removal and Installation .
Remove the exhaust manifolds from cylinder head (bank 1) or cylinder head (bank 2). Refer to Removal and Installation - Bank 1 .
Loosen and remove the camshaft cap bolts (A) and remove the camshaft caps (1).

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NOTE:
- Bank 2 shown, Bank 1 similar.
- Camshaft caps must be installed in their specific location.
Remove the camshafts (1).

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NOTE:
- Bank 2 shown, Bank 1 similar.
- Do not attempt to remove the camshaft gear (A) from the camshaft.
Remove the rocker arms (2) and hydraulic lash adjusters (1).

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NOTE:
- Bank 2 shown, Bank 1 similar.
- Remember to label the location of the rocker arms during removal.
: Front
Disconnect the harness connector from the glow plugs and remove the glow plugs. Refer to Exploded View .
Remove bolts (A).

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: Front
Remove the cylinder head bolts (A) and then remove the cylinder head (1).

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CAUTION: Do not reuse the cylinder head bolts.

NOTE: Bank 2 shown, Bank 1 similar.
Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket (1).

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CAUTION: Do not reuse the cylinder head gasket.
NOTE:
- Bank 2 shown, Bank 1 similar.
- To reduce the possibility of damage to the combustion surfaces, set the cylinder head (2) down with the combustion deck facing up.