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In-Vehicle Repair: Camshaft: Installation

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  1. Lubricate the camshaft journals with clean engine oil.
  2. Install the camshaft and the camshaft bearing caps in their original locations onto the cylinder head. Loosely install the 15 bolts.
    Fig 1: Installing Camshaft Bearing Caps And Camshaft To Cylinder Block
    G01537296Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 2: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Camshaft Bearing Caps Bolts
    G01537297Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Use the special tool to compress the valve springs and install the camshaft roller followers.
    Fig 3: Installing Camshaft Roller Followers
    G01537298Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS .
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