Tribute 2WD V6-3.0L (2008)
6. Loosen the bolts evenly in the sequence shown.
(1) Remove the camshaft bearing thrust caps (1L and 6L).
(2) Remove the remaining camshaft bearing caps.
(3) Remove the camshafts from the cylinder head.
Caution
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Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions. If the numbers
cannot be seen, mark the camshaft bearing caps prior to removing them. If not reassembled in their original positions, severe engine
damage may occur.
Caution
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After loosening all of the camshaft bearing cap bolts, remove the camshaft bearing thrust caps (1L and 6L) first, or damage to the
thrust caps may occur.
Installation
1. Lubricate camshafts with clean engine oil and carefully position the camshafts into the cylinder head.
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Align the camshafts as shown.
