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Camshaft Bearing

Sequence Front Camshaft Bearing Cap Removal
Bolt No.5 in the figure fits only the right cylinder head. Front
Camshaft Bearing Caps Removal (Exc. FRT)
Remove the thrust caps only after removing all camshaft caps. Otherwise, the thrust caps can be damaged. Remove the camshaft cap bolts and camshaft caps.
Installation
Install the thrust caps (RH: 4, 8 marks, LH: A, E marks) first. Otherwise, the camshaft can be broken or damaged.
Camshaft Bearing Thrust Cap Installation
Tightening Torque (all) (First Pass) Tighten To 11.3-14.2
(Second Pass) Retighten To 11.3-14.2
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