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Inspection Procedure

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    Fig 1: Inspecting Camshaft Intermediate Drive Shaft
    GM613411Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Inspect the camshaft intermediate drive shaft for the following:
    • Worn or damaged hub-to-camshaft intermediate drive shaft sprocket bearing surface (1)
    • Cracks or damage to the camshaft intermediate drive shaft fastener holes (2)
    • Restrictions to the oil passage (3)
    • Damaged or stripped thread (4)
  2. Repair or replace the camshaft intermediate drive shaft as necessary.