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In-Vehicle Repair: Camshaft: Installation

  1. Lubricate the camshaft journals with clean engine oil.
    Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Journals
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  2. Install the camshaft onto the cylinder head.
    Fig 2: Installing Camshaft Onto Cylinder Head
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  3. Lubricate the camshaft bearing cap ladders with clean engine oil.
    Fig 3: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap Ladders
    G04002010Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the camshaft bearing caps and loosely install the bolts.
    Fig 4: Installing Camshaft Bearing Caps
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  5. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 5: Tightening Sequence & Torque Specification Of Camshaft Bearing Caps Bolts
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  6. Install the camshaft sprocket spacer.
    1. Position the camshaft sprocket and sprocket spacer.
    2. Install the bolt.
    Fig 6: Installing Camshaft Sprocket Spacer
    G04002013Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the timing chains. For additional information, refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS .
  8. Install the roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .