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27. Camshaft Position Actuator and Solenoid Valve Removal



Camshaft Position Actuator and Solenoid Valve Removal

Tools Required
^ J 8433 Two Jaw Puller
^ J 41558 Crankshaft Sprocket Remover
^ J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector
^ J 42386-A Flywheel Holding Tool





Important:
^ Do not use the camshaft position (CMP) actuator solenoid valve again. Upon installation of the CMP actuator and timing chain, install a NEW valve.

^ Do not apply threadlock to the flex plate bolts at this time.

Temporarily install the automatic transmission flex plate and bolts.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

1. Install the J 42386-A (1) and bolts. Use 1 M10 - 1.5 x 120 mm and 1 M10 - 1.5 x 45 mm bolt for proper tool operation.

Tighten the J 42386-A bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).




2. Remove the CMP actuator solenoid valve (234).
3. Discard the solenoid valve.





Caution: Refer to Camshaft Position Actuator Removal and Installation Caution.

4. Loosen and separate the CMP actuator and timing chain from the camshaft. Position fingers behind the actuator sprocket and pull the actuator away from the front of the camshaft. Never pull on the reluctor wheel when attempting to remove the actuator.




5. Remove the CMP actuator (235) and timing chain (208).




6. Insert a tie strap (1) through the center of the actuator and over the reluctor wheel.




7. Remove the bolts (231) and timing chain tensioner (232).




8. Use the J 41816-2 (1), the J 41558 (2), bolts (3), and the J 8433 (4) in order to remove the crankshaft sprocket.




9. Remove the crankshaft sprocket (207).




10. Remove the crankshaft sprocket key, as required.
11. Remove the flex plate and bolts.
12. Remove the J 42386-A and bolts.