Camshaft - Installation

INSTALLATION

Special Tools:











NOTE: Camshaft bearing caps are marked during engine manufacturing. For example, the center camshaft bearing cap is marked "C". The markings on the caps (1) should align with the markings on the camshaft housing (2).







NOTE: Following the installation of each camshaft bearing cap, visually verify that the camshaft has some endplay.

1. Lubricate camshaft journals with clean engine oil.
2. Apply a seam of Anaerobic Loctite(R) 518 Sealant on the camshaft housing in the contact area of the front and rear camshaft caps.
3. Install the camshaft and camshaft bearing caps. Tighten the twelve bolts in two steps following the sequence shown:
- Step 1: All to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
- Step 2: All to 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.).





4. Loosen the spring compressors (3), remove the four bolts (1) and the (10259) (2).





5. If required, install a new camshaft seal (1) Camshaft Seal(s) - Installation.
6. Install the camshaft sprocket and timing belt Sprocket(s) - Installation.
7. Install the cylinder head cover Cylinder Head Cover(s) - Installation.

NOTE: The Cam/Crank Variation Relearn procedure must be performed using the scan tool anytime there has been a repair/replacement made to a powertrain system, for example: flywheel, valvetrain, camshaft and/or crankshaft sensors or components.