Camshaft Bearings

Removal

1. Remove the camshaft (6250) , flywheel (6375) and crankshaft (6303) . Push the pistons (6108) to the top of the cylinders.

2. Remove the camshaft rear bearing cover (6266) . Refer to Section 03-00. Remove the camshaft bearings (6261) using Camshaft Bearing Set T65L-6250-A.

3. Select the proper size expanding collet and backup nut and assemble on the expanding mandrel. With the expanding collet collapsed, install the collet assembly in the camshaft bearing . Tighten the backup nut on the expanding mandrel until the collet fits the camshaft bearing .

4. Assemble the puller screw and extension (if necessary) as shown and install on the expanding mandrel. Wrap a cloth around the threads of the puller screw to protect the front camshaft bearing or journal. Tighten the pulling nut against the thrust bearing and pulling plate to remove the camshaft bearing . Be sure to hold a wrench on the end of the puller screw to prevent it from turning.

5. Repeat the procedure for each camshaft bearing . To remove the front camshaft bearing , install the puller screw from the rear of the cylinder block (6010) .
   
   
   
   

Installation

Camshaft bearings are available prefinished to size for standard and 0.38mm (0.015 inch) undersize journal diameters. The camshaft bearings are not interchangeable from one bore to another.

 CAUTION: Failure to use the correct expanding collet can cause severe bearing damage. Ensure front camshaft bearing is installed the specified distance below the front face of the cylinder block .

1. Position the new camshaft bearings at the bearing bores with the oil holes aligned with the holes in the cylinder block , and press them in place with the tool shown. Ensure to center the pulling plate and puller screw to avoid damage to the camshaft bearing .

2. Install the camshaft rear bearing cover using Perfect Seal Sealing Compound B5A-19554-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M18P2-A and ESE-M4G115-A). Refer to Section 03-00.

3. Install the camshaft , crankshaft , flywheel and related parts. It is not necessary to check connecting rod and main bearing clearances as a part of camshaft bearing replacement. Install the engine in the vehicle.