65. Camshaft Installation

Camshaft Installation





Important: If camshaft replacement is required, the valve lifters must also be replaced.

1. Lubricate the camshaft journals and the bearings with clean engine oil.
2. Install 3 M8 - 1.25 x 100 mm (M8 - 1.25 x 4.0 inch) bolts into the camshaft front bolt holes.

Notice: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing or installing the camshaft to avoid damage to the camshaft bearings.

3. Using the bolts as a handle, carefully install the camshaft into the engine block.
4. Remove the 3 bolts from the front of the camshaft.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Important:
^ Install the retainer plate with the sealing gasket facing the engine block.
^ The gasket surface on the engine block should be clean and free of dirt or debris.

5. Install the camshaft retainer and the bolts.





6. Tighten the camshaft retainer bolts.
^ Tighten the hex head bolts (3) to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the TORX(r) head bolts (4) to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).





7. Inspect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor O-ring seal. If the O-ring seal is not cut or damaged, it may be used again.
8. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
9. Install the CMP sensor and bolt.
^ Tighten the CMP sensor bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).