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Camshaft Removal

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    Fig 1: Removing Camshaft Thrust Plat
    GM652337Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the camshaft thrust plate screws.
  2. Remove the camshaft thrust plate.
  3. Fig 2: Camshaft Front Bolt Hole & Bolt
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  4. Install one 1/2-20 x 6.0 inch bolt in the camshaft front bolt hole.
  5. Fig 3: Removing Camshaft
    GM652341Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing the camshaft to avoid damage to the bearings.
  6. Carefully rotate and pull the camshaft out of the bearings.