B3000 SE Cab Plus 4 2WD V6-3.0L OHV (2001)
Camshaft Synchronizer: Service and Repair
Removal
CAUTION: Do not turn the crankshaft or the camshaft during the removal and installation procedure or the fuel system timing will be out of time with
the engine and possibly cause engine damage.
1. Rotate the crankshaft until the No. 1 cylinder is at top dead center (TDC) of the compression stroke and the TDC mark lines up with the timing
mark.
NOTE: Prior to the removal of the camshaft position (CMP) sensor, note the position of the CMP sensor electrical connector. The installation
procedure requires that the electrical connector be located in the same position.
2. Remove the camshaft position (CMP) sensor.
3. Remove the bolt.
NOTE: The oil pump driveshaft might come out with the camshaft synchronizer. If so, retrieve the oil pump driveshaft before proceeding.
4. Remove the camshaft synchronizer.
Installation
CAUTION: A special tool must be used during the installation of the new synchronizer assembly. Failure to follow this procedure will result in the fuel
system being out of time with the engine, possibly causing engine damage.
CAUTION: It is very important to coat the gear on the camshaft synchronizer with engine oil prior to installation. Failure to do so could result in gear
failure.