Altima V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
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Position the camshaft:
RH exhaust camshaft dowel pin at about 10 o'clock
LH exhaust camshaft dowel pin at about 2 o'clock
7. Before installing camshaft brackets, ally sealant to mating surface of No. 1 camshaft bracket.
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Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent.
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Before installation, wipe off any protruding sealant.
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Install camshaft brackets in their original positions and direction. Align the stamp marks as shown.
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If checking and adjusting any part of valve assembly or camshaft, check valve clearance according to the reference data.
Valve clearance (cold) Intake: 0.26 - 0.34 mm (0.010 - 0.013 inch)
Valve clearance (cold) Exhaust: 0.29 - 0.37 mm (0.011 - 0.015 inch)