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CAMSHAFT
6. Remove:
• timing chain guide (exhaust side) 1
• camshaft caps
• dowel pins
CAUTION:
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To prevent damage to the cylinder head,
camshafts or camshaft caps, loosen the
camshaft cap bolts in stages and in a criss-
cross pattern, working from the outside in.
7. Remove:
• intake camshaft 1
• exhaust camshaft 2
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CHECKING THE CAMSHAFTS
1. Check:
• camshaft lobes
Blue discoloration/pitting/scratches →
Replace the camshaft.
2. Measure:
• camshaft lobe dimensions a and b
Out of specification → Replace the cam-
shaft.
Camshaft lobe dimension limit
Intake camshaft
a
32.4 mm (1.2756 in)
b
24.85 mm (0.9783 in)
Exhaust camshaft
a
32.85 mm (1.2933 in)
b
24.85 mm (0.9783 in)