OEM 2008 Scion xD Camshaft

2008 Scion xD Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Remove the Camshaft on 2008 Scion xD?

  A: End the 2ZR-FE camshaft removal by first taking apart the front exhaust pipe assembly then removing the front axle shaft LH nut and RH nut with an understanding that removing the RH follows the same process as the LH. The next step involves separating the speed sensors for both front LH and RH sides as well as both tie rod end sub-assemblies and front stabilizer link assemblies and front lower suspension arm sub-assemblies where the RH procedures match those of the LH side. Divide the front axle assemblies of each side before removing the engine-transaxle assembly together with the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly. The service procedure calls for removing the No. 1 oil cooler inlet and outlet tubes in addition to the No. 2 oil cooler tube clamp alongside the transmission oil level gauge sub-assembly and transmission oil filler tube sub-assembly. The sequence of following steps includes removing the intake manifold along with the oil level dipstick as well as the oil level gauge guide and generator assembly and fan belt adjusting bar. You need to detach first the water inlet hose before moving on to separate the No. 3 water by-pass hose to complete extraction of water inlet, thermostat, ignition coil assembly, radio setting condenser, No. 2 ventilation hose and air tube assembly. Unfasten the cylinder head cover sub-assembly while positioning the No. 1 cylinder at TDC/compression state. Proceed to remove the crankshaft pulley together with the No. 1 chain tensioner assembly and timing chain or belt cover sub-assembly. You should carefully take out the timing chain or belt cover oil seal after which you should remove the No. 2 chain vibration damper, chain tensioner slipper, No. 1 chain vibration damper, and chain sub-assembly. The crankshaft timing gear or sprocket must be removed first before the camshaft timing gear assembly can be taken out properly while releasing the lock pin and sealing the VVT oil hole at the intake side of the No. 1 camshaft bearing cap with adhesive tape. Release the lock pin by applying 150 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm2, 22 psi) air pressure and remove the adhesive tape and flange bolt when holding the hexagonal camshaft portion. Complete the same procedure for removing the camshaft timing exhaust gear assembly. Proceed by first removing the camshaft bearing cap through even tightness of 10 and 15 bearing cap bolts according to specified order followed by removal of five bearing caps together with camshaft and No. 2 camshaft. Take off both No. 1 and No. 2 camshaft bearings along with the camshaft housing sub-assembly by removing its 2 bolts and applying gentle force to prevent damage.