Land Rover Defender: Camshafts - Engine Set
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending
on the vehicle specification, but the
essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components
removed to provide extra clarity.
1. Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
2. Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
3. Remove the camshaft carrier.
4.
CAUTION:
Note the installed position of the component(s) prior to removal.
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- Loosen the bolts 1 turn at a time in the illustrated sequence.
- Remove the 5 camshaft bearing caps.
- Remove the intake camshaft.
5.
CAUTION:
Note the installed position of the component(s) prior to removal.
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- Loosen the bolts 1 turn at a time in the illustrated sequence.
- Remove the 5 camshaft bearing caps.
- Remove the exhaust camshaft.
INSTALLATION
1.
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- Lubricate the components with clean engine oil.
- Install the intake camshaft to the noted removal position.
- Install and tighten the 10 bolts in the illustrated sequence.
Torque: 11Nm
2.
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- Lubricate the components with clean engine oil.
- Install the exhaust camshaft to the noted removal position.
- Install and tighten the 10 bolts in the illustrated sequence.
Torque: 11Nm
3. Install the camshaft carrier.
4. Connect the startup battery ground cable.
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
PART(S)
REMOVAL
WARNINGS:
Be prepared to collect escaping oil.
Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area i
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
PART(S)
REMOVAL
WARNINGS:
The spilling of hot oil is unavoidable during this procedure, care
must be taken to prevent scalding.
Be prepared to collect escaping oil.
CAU
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
JLR-303-1628
Remover/Installer, Front Crankshaft Seal
PART(S)
REMOVAL
WARNINGS:
The spilling of hot oil is unavoidable during this procedure, care
must b
SEE MORE:
Make sure the relevant safety warnings
have been read and understood before
replacing a tire.
All replacement tires must be the same
specification as the original equipment
tires, except for approved winter tires,
off-road tires, and Professional Off-Road
(POR) tires. If in doubt, consult a
retail
LF ANTENNAS
NOTES:
RHD vehicle is shown, LHD vehicle is similar.
Vehicle with 5 doors is shown, Vehicle with 3 doors is similar.
LF - Front passenger compartment
LF - Right passenger compartment
LF - Left luggage compartment
LF - Rear passenger compartment - Only for passive start system
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