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Camshaft Bearings: Removal

  1. With crankshaft and camshaft removed, fasten rods against side of engine, out of work way. Drive rear camshaft plug out of block. Using Camshaft Bearing Remover (J-6098), index pilot in front bearing and install puller screw through pilot.
  2. Install tool with shoulder toward No. 2 bearing. Ensure enough threads are engaged. With two wrenches, hold puller screw while turning nut. With bearing pulled from bore, remove tool and bearing from screw. Remove No. 3 bearing in same manner.
  3. Index pilot in rear bearing to pull rear intermediate (No. 4) bearing. Assemble remover on driver handle and remove front and rear bearings by driving toward center of block.