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Removal & Installation: Camshaft: Removal

  1. Remove intake manifold and torsional damper as previously outlined. Remove front engine cover and water pump as previously described. Disconnect upper and lower transmission cooler lines, if equipped. Remove fan shroud, radiator (and grille, if necessary).
  2. Remove cooling fan. Remove power steering pump, if equipped. Remove drive belts, crankshaft pulley and torsional damper. If equipped, remove A/C compressor mount bolts, brackets, accumulator and compressor. Set unit aside. Remove air injection pump and brackets.
  3. Remove water pump and front engine cover. Remove fuel pump (mechanical) push rod. Rotate crankshaft and align timing marks. Remove camshaft bolts, gear and chain. Install two 5/16"-18 x 4" bolts in camshaft bolt holes and carefully remove camshaft.
NOTE: All camshaft journals are same diameter. Use care when removing camshaft to prevent damage to lobes or journals.
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