Cutlass L4-138 2.3L VIN A FI HP (1990)
Camshaft: Service and Repair
Intake Camshaft - Installation
INSTALL OR CONNECT
Camshaft Housing, Cover And Gaskets
1. Camshaft housing to cylinder head with a new gasket (no sealer needed).
2. Loosely install one camshaft housing to cylinder head bolt to hold the housing in place.
NOTE: Used lifters must be returned to their original position in the camshaft housing. If the camshaft is being replaced, the lifters actuated by
that camshaft must also be replaced.
3. Lifters into lifter bores.
NOTE: The camshaft lobes and journals must be adequately lubricated or serious engine damage will occur upon start up. Coat the lifter with
Camshaft and Lifter Prelube GM P/N 12345501 or equivalent. If new lifters are installed, add Engine Oil Supplement GM P/N 1052367 or
equivalent to the engine oil.
4. Camshaft in same position as when removed.
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The timing chain sprocket dowel pin should be straight up and line up with the centerline of the lifter bores.
