Removal

1. Release fuel system pressure as outlined under Technician Safety Information.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable, then the accelerator cable from throttle body.
3. Remove timing belt as outlined under Timing Belt.

Fig. 65 Exploded View Of Camshaft, Rocker Arm & Rocker Arm Shaft:

4. Using a suitable screwdriver, remove camshaft oil seals, Fig. 65. Use caution not to damage front camshaft bearing caps or camshafts.
5. Loosen camshaft bearing cap bolts in two or three steps, then remove bolts and bearing caps. If bearing caps are difficult to remove, use a plastic hammer to lightly tap rear part of camshaft, then remove bearing caps.
6. Remove intake and exhaust camshafts.
7. Remove rocker arms.