How to install the camshaft on 2009 Toyota RAV4?

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Begin the camshaft installation by setting the camshaft timing gear first if reusing it to the advanced position after unlocking the pin or installing a fresh one after the camshafts reach their positions. During camshaft building verify that the timing gear assembly stays prevented from clock-wise rotation. The No. 1 knock pin on the camshaft must align precisely with the timing gear's pin hole so the camshaft does not have space between itself and the camshaft flange. Use hand pressure to fix each camshaft before tool-free installation of the timing gear bolt to protect the lock pin. Run air pressure on the timing gear assembly counterclockwise as you apply vinyl tape to block the oil paths and clean the camshaft journal with non-residue solvent. Return the valve lash adjuster assembly to its original positions before installing both its external rubber pieces and tape. Engine oil must be applied to the tips of each lash adjuster and valve stem caps just before valve rocker arm installation. Start with the installation of No. 1 and No. 2 camshaft bearings before adding the oil control valve filter. After cleaning the camshaft journals along with the housing and bearing caps add engine oil before installing the No. 1 and No. 2 camshafts. Install the camshaft bearing bolts while confirming their position placement to permit smooth camshaft rotation. Seal packing should be added to the camshaft housing before inserting the knock pins while the housing must be torqued according to specification. The installation requires the camshaft timing gear assembly and the camshaft timing exhaust gear assembly to be secured with specified torque values. Fill the specified oil hole with 50 cc of engine oil after making sure the lash adjusters contain enough lubrication. To set the No. 1 cylinder at TDC position temporarily install the crankshaft pulley bolt for rotating the crankshaft. Implement the chain vibration damper together with the chain sub-assembly while maintaining proper alignment between marking plates and timing positions. Follow the torque procedure to fasten the chain and set both the chain tensioner slipper and No. 1 chain tensioner assembly. After placing the timing chain guide verify the correct location of the No. 1 cylinder at TDC once again. Complete the procedure by installing the timing chain cover before reconnecting the negative battery terminal and doing the Reset Memory process if the engine assembly received replacement.

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2009 Toyota RAV4 Camshaft

2009 Toyota RAV4 Camshaft

2009 Toyota RAV4 Camshaft

2009 Toyota RAV4 Camshaft

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2009 Toyota RAV4 Camshaft

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