F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2004)
Remove the bolts in the sequence shown and remove the front camshaft bearing cap and then the remaining bearing caps.
12. Clean and inspect the camshaft bearing caps.
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The camshaft front thrust bearing cap contains an oil metering groove. Make sure the groove is free of foreign material.
13. Notice: Damage to the camshaft phaser sprocket assembly will occur if mishandled or used as a lifting or leveraging device.
Notice: Only use hand tools to remove the camshaft phaser sprocket bolt or damage may occur to the camshaft or camshaft phaser unit.
Notice: Do not remove the timing chain wedge tool at any time during disassembly. If the special tool is removed or out of placement, the engine
front cover must be removed and the engine must be retimed.
