Camshaft Disassembly

Fig. 7 Camshaft timing gear removal:

1. Position adapter J-971 or equivalent on suitable press.
2. Insert camshaft through adapter with timing gear facing up, Fig. 7.
3. Secure adapter in press, then press shaft out of gear using suitable spacer. Align thrust plate so that plate is not damaged by Woodruff key as camshaft is pressed out of gear.