F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2004)
Remove the bolts in the sequence shown. Remove the front camshaft bearing cap first 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 assembly or damage may occur to the camshaft or camshaft phaser and
sprocket.
Notice: Do not remove the timing chain wedge tool at any time during assembly. If the special tool is removed or out of placement, the engine
front cover must be removed and the engine must be retimed.
