For 1990-2009 cars only
- Lubricate the camshaft journals and the bearings with clean engine oil.
- Install 3 M8 - 1.25 x 100 mm (M8 - 1.25 x 4.0 in) bolts into the camshaft front bolt holes.
- Using the bolts as a handle, carefully install the camshaft into the engine block.
- Remove the 3 bolts from the front of the camshaft.
- Install the camshaft retainer (203) and the bolts (204). Install the retainer with the sealing gasket facing the front of the engine block.
- Tighten the camshaft retainer bolts.
Important: If camshaft replacement is required, the valve lifters must also be replaced.
Notice: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing or installing the camshaft to avoid damage to the camshaft bearings.
Important: The gasket surface on the engine block should be clean and free of dirt or debris.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
| • | Tighten the first design hex head bolts (3) to 25 N·m (18 lb ft). |
| • | Tighten the second design TORX® head bolts (4) to 15 N·m (11 lb ft). |
