FX50 AWD V8-5.0L (VK50VE) (2009)
Camshaft: Service and Repair
Disassembly And Assembly
CAMSHAFT
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Never loosen adjusting bolts (A) and mounting bolts (black color) (B) of VVEL ladder assembly. If loosened, the stroke of cam lift becomes
out of adjustment. In such case, replacement of VVEL ladder assembly and cylinder head assembly is required.
NOTE:
VVEL ladder assembly cannot be replaced as a single part, because it is machined together with cylinder head assembly.
1. Remove rocker covers (bank 1 and bank 2). Refer to See: Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Ignition Coil/Service and Repair/Exploded
View.
2. Remove VVEL actuator sub assembly as per the following:
CAUTION:
VVEL actuator sub assembly and VVEL control shaft position sensor are not reusable. Never remove them unless they are required.
a. Remove VVEL control shaft position sensor.
b. Fix two flat areas (C) of control shaft with a wrench to remove mounting bolts of control shaft.
CAUTION:
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During the operation, never allow a wrench to interfere with other parts.
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Fix control shaft to prevent the interference of the stopper surface.