Explorer AWD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2003)
7. Remove the bolt and position the camshaft sprocket aside.
8. NOTE: Mark the position of the camshaft bearing caps so they can be installed in the original position.
Remove the bolts in the sequence shown and remove the camshaft bearing caps and the oil supply tube.
Items 12-7: Camshaft, Main Bearing Caps, Oil Supply Tube, Main Bearing Cap Mounting Bolts, and Camshaft Sprocket Installation Note
1. NOTE: The camshaft bearing caps must be installed in the original position.
NOTE: After installing the bolts, check the camshaft for free rotation.
Position the oil supply tube, the camshaft bearing caps, and the bolts.
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Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in two stages.
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Stage 1: Tighten the bolts to 6 Nm (53 inch lbs.).
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Stage 2: Tighten the bolts to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.).
2. CAUTION: The camshaft gear must turn freely on the camshaft. DO NOT tighten the bolt at this time.
