RX 330 AWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
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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 the No. 2 camshaft.
NOTICE:
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Do not pry out the camshaft.
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Be careful not to damage the portion of the cylinder head receiving the shaft thrust.
b. Remove the oil seal from the No. 2 camshaft.
33. 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 the 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 tool 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 and then remove it.
34. REMOVE CAMSHAFT SUB GEAR
a. Clamp the camshaft in a vise on the hexagonal lobe.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the camshaft.
