Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Camshaft Bearing: Specifications
General
Bearing Inside Diameter: 27.012-26.987 mm (1.063-1.062 inch)
Tightening Specifications
NOTE: Each camshaft bearing cap is tightened individually.
Step 1 ... Tighten camshaft bearing cap to 8-12 Nm (71-106 inch lbs.).
Step 2 ... Loosen 14 camshaft bearing cap retaining bolts approximately two turns or until head of bolt is free.
Step 3 ... Retighten all bolts in sequence to 8-12 Nm (71-106 inch lbs.).
Step 4 ... Camshaft should turn freely with a slight drag.
Step 5 ... Check camshaft end play.
