Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
Camshaft Housing: Service and Repair
Exhaust
Removal
TOOL REQUIRED
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J 36660 Torque Angle Meter
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J 36011 Spark Plug Connector Assembly Remover
NOTE: Any time the camshaft housing to cylinder head bolts are loosened or removed, the camshaft housing to cylinder head gasket must be replaced.
During disassembly, ensure that the valve lifters are kept together and identified so that they can be reinstalled in the original locations. Before
disassembling the valve mechanism, make a compression test and note the results.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the ignition coil and the module assembly electrical connection.
3. Remove the ignition coil and the module assembly to the camshaft housing bolts and remove the assembly by pulling straight up.
4. Use the spark plug connector assembly remover in order to remove the connector assembly if stuck to the spark plugs. Use the tool by first twisting
then pulling upward on the connector assembly.
5. Remove the electrical connection from the oil pressure switch.
6. Disconnect the timing chain housing at the exhaust camshaft housing but do not remove from the parts from the vehicle.
7. Remove the exhaust camshaft cover and the gasket.