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Exhaust Camshaft Installation




Exhaust Camshaft Installation





Note:
Mind the markings on the camshaft bearing caps. Camshaft bearing caps should be installed in their original position.

1. Lubricate camshaft and camshaft bearing caps with engine oil.

2. Install the exhaust camshaft (3).

3. Install the 5 camshaft bearing caps (2).

4. Install the 10 camshaft bearing cap bolts (1) and hand tighten.





Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

Note:
Tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts one turn at a time in order to avoid shape distortion of the camshaft.

5. Tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts one turn at a time and in a spiral sequence as shown to 8 Nm (71 lb in).