Camshaft Replacement - Right Side

Camshaft Replacement - Right Side

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the battery.
2. Remove the battery tray.
3. Remove the underhood fuse/relay box.
4. Disconnect the fuel feed line from the fuel rail.
5. Disconnect the engine harness connectors to gain access.
6. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM).
7. Remove the right rocker arm cover.
8. Remove the right camshaft drive sprocket.




9. Alternately loosen the rocker shaft retaining bolts a few turns at a time using the loosening sequence.
10. Remove the rocker arm and shaft assembly.




11. Remove the rear camshaft cap, bolts, and O-ring.
12. Remove the camshaft from the cylinder head.
13. Remove the camshaft seal.
14. Clean all of the bearing surfaces.
15. Clean all of the sealing surfaces.
16. Clean and inspect the camshafts.

Installation Procedure




1. Lubricate the camshaft journals and bores with clean engine oil.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the camshaft, NEW O-ring, cap, and bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

3. Install a new camshaft seal.




4. Install the rocker arm and shaft assembly.
5. Install the right camshaft drive sprocket.
6. Install the right rocker arm cover.
7. Install the PCM.
8. Connect the engine harness connectors.
9. Connect the fuel feed line to the fuel rail.
10. Install the underhood fuse/relay box.
11. Install the battery tray.
12. Install the battery.