Do I need camshaft locking tool?
The lock tool is not only to keep the cams lines up, but it’s main job is to hold the cams in time when you remove the bolt on the end of the exhaust cam when doing the chain tensioner. If you do not use the locking tool you have to remove both cams to remove and replace the cam chain and tensioner.
How do you remove an overhead cam?
Remove the central bolt to take the sprocket from the camshaft. Slacken the cam-cover bolts evenly so that the valve-spring pressure is released slowly. When all the bolts have been removed, take off the cover with its integral bearing caps. Lift the camshaft from the cylinder head complete with the front oil seal .
When do you need a camshaft holding and lock tool?
Once you buy a new timing belt, you also need to purchase gasket adhesives and gaskets for your vehicle’s engine model. The camshaft holding and lock tools help you get the right timing on the timing belt once it is replaced. The timing of the engine valves is critical to the functioning of your engine.
Do you need to replace timing belt on camshaft?
There are many camshaft holding and lock tools near me, but choosing the right one is based on the vehicle’s needs, your knowledge and price point. While replacing the timing belt used to happen only when they broke, most mechanics and owner’s manuals suggest preventive maintenance.
What should I do if my camshaft is stuck?
With the chain tensioner loosened, the bearing caps removed, and the VarioCam tensioner disconnected from the head, you should be able to slide the gear off of the camshaft with your hand. A few gentle taps with a small rubber hammer can also help your cause if it’s stuck.
Can you use a magnet on a Porsche camshaft?
The Porsche factory manuals recommend not using a magnet to pluck the lifters from their bores (use your fingers or a mini-suction cup device instead). This is one of the reasons why I don’t care for Porsche’s recommendation of going 15,000 miles between oil changes.