Skyhawk L4-112 1.8L VIN 0 TBI (1982)
Camshaft: Service and Repair
Camshaft Removal/Installation - Overhead Cam
Fig. 8 Using tool No. 33302 to compress valve spring
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Remove camshaft carrier cover.
3.
Using tool No. J-33302 or equivalent, Fig. 8, compress valve springs and remove rocker arms.
4.
Remove timing belt front cover and timing belt as described under ``Timing Belt, Replace''.
5.
Remove camshaft sprocket as described under ``Camshaft Sprocket, Replace''.
6.
Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs, then remove distributor from engine.
7.
Remove camshaft thrust plate from rear of camshaft carrier.
8.
Slide camshaft rearward and remove camshaft from carrier.
INSTALLATION
1.
Using tool No. J-33085 or equivalent, install new front oil seal onto camshaft carrier.
2.
Position camshaft into carrier. Ensure not to damage front oil seal when installing camshaft.
3.
Install camshaft thrust plate and bolts. Torque bolts to 70 inch lbs.
4.
Check camshaft endplay. Endplay should be within .016 to .064 inch.
5.
Install distributor, camshaft sprocket, timing belt and timing belt front cover.
6.
Using tool No. J-33302 or equivalent, Fig. 8, compress valve springs and install rocker arms.
7.
Install camshaft carrier cover. Torque bolts to 5 ft. lbs.
