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11. Exhaust Camshaft, Bearing Cap, and Lash Adjuster Removal

EXHAUST CAMSHAFT, FOLLOWER, AND VALVE LASH ADJUSTER (UNIT REPAIR) REMOVAL

REMOVAL

IMPORTANT: Remove each bolt on each cap one turn at a time until there is no spring tension on the camshaft.





1. Remove exhaust camshaft bearing cap bolts.
2. Remove camshaft bearing caps ensuring they are marked and refitted in same position on assembly.
3. Remove exhaust camshaft.





IMPORTANT: Keep all of the roller finger followers and valve lash adjusters in order so that they can be reinstalled in their respective locations.

4. Remove exhaust camshaft roller finger followers.





5. Remove hydraulic element adjusters.