Grand Caravan FWD V6-229 3.8L VIN L MFI (1997)
Camshaft: Description and Operation
The nodular iron camshaft is mounted in four steel backed Babbitt bearings. A thrust plate located in front of the first bearing, and bolted to the block,
controls end play. Silent timing chain drives the camshaft. This chain is enclosed by a cast aluminum cover which also carries a front crankshaft seal,
provides front oil pan closure and water pump mounting.