REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
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4. Taking care not to damage camshaft or
bushings, pull camshaft out of the front of
the engine (Figure 117). Carefully guide rear
of shaft through the journals. If shaft does
not come out freely, ensure all valve lifters
are clear of camshaft cams and journals.
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Figure 117 — Camshaft Removal
5. Remove valve lifters.
Valve lifters have established wear patterns and
should be reinstalled in same locations. Label
each valve lifter upon removal and place on a
clean work surface.
Piston and Connecting Rod
Assembly Removal
[212 NP, LQ]
The crankshaft and related components are
heavy, have sharp edges and many possible
pinch points. Always be careful while working
in this area to avoid serious personal injury.
Before removing pistons, connecting rods and
rod caps, ensure they are marked so they can be
reinstalled in the same cylinders from which they
were removed.
Remove connecting rod and piston assemblies in
companion cylinder sets: 1 and 6, 2 and 5, and 3
and 4.
1. Rotate engine stand 90 degrees so that
pistons lie horizontally in the block with top
of pistons and connecting rods accessible.
2. Rotate crankshaft so that pistons 1 and 6
are lowered in the cylinder at least 2 inches
(51 mm) to allow adequate room to remove
carbon from upper edge of sleeves.
Refer to Figure 118.
3. Using a sharp knife, carefully remove any
carbon at the top of the sleeves. Remove
any remaining carbon using crocus cloth or
fine sandpaper. Then wipe inside of sleeves
with a clean cloth.
Use care not to damage the cylinder sleeve when
removing carbon buildup.
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