REMOVAL

1. Remove the radiator and cooling fans from the vehicle.
2. Remove the cylinder heads (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL).
3. Remove the timing chain and camshaft sprocket (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS - REMOVAL).
4. Remove the yoke retainer (1).
5. Remove the hydraulic lifters (4) (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/HYDRAULIC LIFTERS (CAM IN BLOCK) - REMOVAL). Identify each tappet for reinstallation in original location.

6. Remove camshaft thrust plate (1).

NOTE: Slowly remove the camshaft from the engine taking precautions not to damage the camshaft bearings.

7. Install a long bolt into front of camshaft to facilitate removal of the camshaft.
8. Carefully remove the camshaft,

NOTE: The camshaft bearings are serviced with the engine block.