Withdrawal
Attention: when replacing the camshaft, replace the valve lifters at the same time.
1. Remove the radiator support.
2. Remove the valve lifters.
3. Remove the engine front cover.
4. Remove the timing chain. On early model engines, unscrew the camshaft position sensor mounting bolt, remove the sensor. Tightening torque 25 Nm.
5. Remove the bolts (204) axial lock fasteners (203) camshaft.
Tightening torque: normal head bolt 25 Nm; Togh head bolt 15 Nm.
Note: All camshaft journals are the same size. When removing and installing the shaft, do not damage the surface of the bearings.
6. Install the service bolt (bolts) into the camshaft.
7. Using bolt (bolts) like a crank, rotate and pull the camshaft out of the block.
Installation
8. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Lubricate the shaft journals with engine oil before installing the camshaft.