Journey FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Camshaft Gear/Sprocket: Service and Repair
Camshaft Sprockets - Installation
CAMSHAFT SPROCKETS
CAUTION: The camshaft sprockets are keyed and not interchangeable from side to side because of the camshaft position sensor pick-up.
CAUTION: The camshafts must be pushed back into the cylinder head after the camshaft sprockets and retaining bolts are positioned. Care
must be taken not to scratch or nick the camshaft or cylinder head journals when moving the camshafts.
1. Install the camshaft sprockets onto the camshafts. Install NEW sprocket attaching bolts into place. The 255 mm (10 in.) bolt is installed in the left
camshaft and the 213 mm (8 3/8 in.) bolt is installed into the right camshaft. Do not tighten the bolts at this time, they will be tightened at a
later step. Camshaft sprocket timing marks should be aligned with inner cover timing marks at both sprockets.
2. Install the camshaft thrust plates (1) and seals. Tighten the bolts (2) to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
3. Install the timing belt starting first at the crankshaft sprocket, then to remaining sprockets in a counterclockwise direction.
4. Install the belt around the last sprocket. Maintain tension on the belt as it is positioned around the tensioner pulley. Camshaft sprocket timing
marks (1) and crankshaft sprocket timing mark (3) should still be aligned with the inner cover marks.
