Index Chrysler Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, VOYAGER, Dodge Caravan - service repair manual 2001-2007 year
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INSPECTION (1) Inspect camshaft bearing journals for damage and binding (Fig. 27). If journals are binding, check (2) Check the cam lobe and bearing surfaces for abnormal wear and damage. Replace camshaft if NOTE: If camshaft is replaced due to lobe wear or (3) Measure the lobe actual wear (unworn area - wear zone = actual wear) (Fig. 27) and replace cam- INSTALLATION CAUTION: Ensure that NONE of the pistons are at (1) Lubricate all camshaft bearing journals, rocker arms and camshaft lobes. (2) Install all rocker arms in original positions, if reused. (3) Position camshafts on cylinder head bearing journals. Install right and left camshaft bearing caps (4) Apply Mopar t Gasket Maker to No. 1 and No. 6 bearing caps (Fig. 29). Install bearing caps and NOTE: Bearing end caps must be installed before (5) Install camshaft oil seals (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL(S) - INSTALLATION). (6) Install camshaft target magnet and camshaft position sensor. Fig. 26 Camshaft Bearing Cap - Removal 1 - REMOVE OUTSIDE BEARING CAPS FIRST Fig. 27 Checking Camshaft(s) for Wear 1 - UNWORN AREA Fig. 28 Camshaft Bearing Cap Tightening Sequence Fig. 29 Camshaft Bearing Cap Sealing 1 - 1.5 mm (.060 in.) DIAMETER BEAD OF MOPAR GASKET 9 - 30 ENGINE 2.4L RS CAMSHAFT(S) (Continued) |