ES 330 V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
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27. REMOVE NO.2 CAMSHAFT
a. Using several steps, loosen and remove the 10 bearing cap bolts uniformly in the sequence shown in the illustration. Remove the 5 bearing
caps and No. 2 camshaft.
NOTICE:
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Do not pry out the camshaft.
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Be careful not to damage the contact surface of the cylinder head that receives the shaft thrust.
b. Remove the oil seal from the No. 2 camshaft.
28. REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING GEAR ASSY
NOTICE: Do not remove or install the camshaft timing gear (VVT-i) unless you are replacing the VVT-i or camshaft.
a. Clamp the camshaft in a vise on the hexagonal lobe.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the camshaft.
b. Using a 46 mm socket wrench, remove the lock nut by turning it clockwise.
NOTICE:
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Remove it with the lock pin engaged and locked at the most retard angle position.
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The lock nut has LH threads.
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Never use any tools other than the socket wrench. Other tools will deform the cam angle rotor.
c. Remove the camshaft VVT-i.
NOTICE: Never remove the 3 bolts on the gear.
If it is difficult to remove VVT-i, tap it lightly using a plastic-faced hammer, then remove it.
29. REMOVE CAMSHAFT SUB GEAR
