Fusion L4-2.3L VIN Z (2006)
If necessary, position the camshaft in a soft-jawed vise and install the VCT actuator and bolt.
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Align the reference marks on the VCT actuator and the camshaft and tighten the bolt to 72 Nm (53 ft. lbs.).
2. CAUTION: Install the camshafts with the alignment slots in the camshafts lined up so the Camshaft Alignment Plate can be installed without
rotating the camshafts. Make sure the lobes on the No. 1 cylinder are in the same position as noted in the removal procedure. Rotating the
camshafts when the timing chain is removed, or installing the camshafts 180 degrees out of position can cause severe damage to the valves and
pistons.
NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft journals and bearing caps with clean engine oil.
Install the camshafts and bearing caps. Tighten the camshaft bearing caps in the sequence shown in 3 stages:
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Stage 1: Tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts until finger tight.
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Stage 2: Tighten to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).
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Stage 3: Tighten to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the special tool.