F 150 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2009)
11. NOTICE: Do not remove the Timing Chain Locking Tool at any time during assembly. If the Locking Tool is removed or out of
placement, the engine front cover must be removed and the engine must be retimed. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive
Components See: Timing Components/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
NOTICE: The timing chain must be installed in its original position onto the camshaft phaser and sprocket using the scribed marks, or
damage to valves and pistons will result.
NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.
Scribe a location mark on the timing chain and the camshaft phaser and sprocket assembly.
12. NOTICE: Remove the front thrust camshaft bearing cap straight upward from the bearing towers or the bearing cap may be damaged
from side loading.
Remove the 2 bolts and the LH cylinder head camshaft front bearing cap.
13. NOTICE: The camshaft bearing caps must be installed in their original locations. Record camshaft bearing cap locations. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in engine damage.
Remove the remaining bolts in the sequence shown and remove the LH cylinder head camshaft bearing caps.
