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Engine Mechanical (H6DO): Camshaft: Removal

NOTE: Perform the work with the engine installed to body when replacing a single part. Refer to "Valve Clearance" for preparation. <Ref. to VALVE CLEARANCE . >
  1. Remove the V-belts. <Ref. to REMOVAL , V-belt .>
  2. Remove the crank pulley. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Crank Pulley .>
  3. Remove the front chain cover. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Chain Cover .>
  4. Remove the timing chain assembly. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Timing Chain Assembly .>
  5. Remove the cam sprocket. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Cam Sprocket .>
  6. Remove the crank sprocket. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Crank Sprocket .>
  7. Remove the rear chain cover. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Chain Cover .>
  8. Disconnect the oil pipe.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Chain Cover Bolt Paint Mark Location
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  9. Remove the rocker cover (LH).
    Fig 2: Identifying Rocker Cover (LH)
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  10. Remove the plugs (LH).
    Fig 3: Identifying Plugs (LH)
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  11. Loosen the camshaft cap bolts equally, a little at a time in alphabetical sequence shown in the figure.
    Fig 4: Identifying Camshaft Cap Bolts Loosen Sequence
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  12. Remove the camshaft caps and camshaft (LH).
    NOTE: Arrange camshaft caps in order so that they can be installed in their original positions.
  13. Similarly, remove the camshafts (RH) and related parts.