How to remove and install the camshaft and oil pump drive in V6 engine on Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

To get the engine out of the car, loose the commanding nut of the oil pump drive and pull out the clamp as well, finally, pull the oil pump drive upward and backward in order to separate from the block. However, before you even start, take out the timing chain and sprockets; and the valve lifters Next, look for the bolts on the underside of the camshaft that hold the thrust plate to the block and, finally, take out the thrust plate. Carefully, pull the camshaft out without seriously touching the bearings; this may be done by using a long bolt as a handle while supporting the shaft near the block. Post removal wash the camshaft with solvent and check the bearing journals for any sign of wear or pitting or seizure as in the event the two are seized, both the camshaft and bearings will require replacement. It is possible to reuse the camshaft if the bearing journals and camshaft lobes have not worn excessively, and if they have no discoloration or damage; use the micrometer to measure the journals and lobes. Inspect the camshaft bearings in the block for signs of wear and damage and measure the internal diameter of the bearings to arrive at the bearing oil clearance; here, if there is much clearance, new bearings or housings will be required. Camshaft bearing replacement involves the use of special tools, and therefore it is recommended that the block be taken to automotive machine shops. Ford Camshaft Installation: Prior to installation of the new camshaft, the camshaft bearing journals and the cam lobes should be liberally coated with a special lubricant, the camshaft is then inserted into the engine using a long bolt to help by placing it at the end of the block. Place the camshaft retainer plate and fasten the bolts to the prescribed tightness. Last it is essential to apply new engine oil on the gear portion of the oil pump drive before fitting it into the block place the O-ring on its shaft before final insertion of the shaft into the block with the O-ring and the gear of the oil pump drive inserted into the block until it comes in contact with its mounting boss and is fixed with the new nut and the retainer bolt.

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12625436
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LT, SS | 8 Cyl 5.3L
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- 1998-2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | IMPALA, LS, LT, LTZ, LUMINA, POLICE CAR, SS, Z34 | 6 Cyl 3.8L
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Part Number: 24505674
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- 1995-1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LTZ, LTZ 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO, Z34 | 6 Cyl 3.1L
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Part Number: 1262835
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- 1982-1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft Assembly, Engine
Part Number: 22527149
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- 1986-1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO
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Part Number: 14088841
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- 1982-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft Assembly, Intake (R)
Part Number: 24504273
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- 1996-1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LTZ 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Part Number: 24504266
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- 1996-1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LTZ 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft Assembly, Exhaust (L)
Part Number: 24504269
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- 1996-1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LTZ 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft Assembly, Exhaust (R)
Part Number: 24504276
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- 1996-1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LTZ 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Part Number: 12537530
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- 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft Kit, Intake Lh (W/Thrust Plate)
Part Number: 12537527
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Part Number: 12537528
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- 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Part Number: 12537529
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- 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shaft,Camshaft Intermediate Drive
Part Number: 24503989
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- Other Name: SHAFT, Engine; Balance Shaft
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- 1995-1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | LS, LS 4 DOOR, LTZ 4 DOOR, LUMINA, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.4L

Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft

The Camshaft, as used in Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars, is used to regulate the operations of the engine's intake and exhaust valves so as to allow the entry of this air/fuel mixture and the exit of the exhaust gases. Usually made from iron or steel, the Camshaft works alongside the mechanisms like Over Head Valve (OHV), Single Over Head Cam (SOHC) and the Double Over Head Cam (DOHC), which affects the functioning of the engine in several ways. Chevrolet Monte Carlo may have different type of camshafts, the performance models will come with higher lift and longer duration to improve air flow and power. Other parameters including Lobe Separation Angle (LSA) influence torque and idle characteristics and enable fine tuning according to vehicle configurations. In a nut shell, the Camshaft is an important part of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo because it helps to control the efficiency and power of the car's engine.

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Camshaft Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to remove and install the camshaft and oil pump drive in V6 engine on Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
A: To get the engine out of the car, loose the commanding nut of the oil pump drive and pull out the clamp as well, finally, pull the oil pump drive upward and backward in order to separate from the block. However, before you even start, take out the Timing Chain and sprockets; and the valve lifters Next, look for the bolts on the underside of the camshaft that hold the thrust plate to the block and, finally, take out the thrust plate. Carefully, pull the camshaft out without seriously touching the bearings; this may be done by using a long bolt as a handle while supporting the shaft near the block. Post removal wash the camshaft with solvent and check the bearing journals for any sign of wear or pitting or seizure as in the event the two are seized, both the camshaft and bearings will require replacement. It is possible to reuse the camshaft if the bearing journals and camshaft lobes have not worn excessively, and if they have no discoloration or damage; use the micrometer to measure the journals and lobes. Inspect the camshaft bearings in the block for signs of wear and damage and measure the internal diameter of the bearings to arrive at the bearing oil clearance; here, if there is much clearance, new bearings or housings will be required. Camshaft bearing replacement involves the use of special tools, and therefore it is recommended that the block be taken to automotive machine shops. Ford Camshaft Installation: Prior to installation of the new camshaft, the camshaft bearing journals and the cam lobes should be liberally coated with a special lubricant, the camshaft is then inserted into the engine using a long bolt to help by placing it at the end of the block. Place the camshaft retainer plate and fasten the bolts to the prescribed tightness. Last it is essential to apply new engine oil on the gear portion of the oil pump drive before fitting it into the block place the O-ring on its shaft before final insertion of the shaft into the block with the O-ring and the gear of the oil pump drive inserted into the block until it comes in contact with its mounting boss and is fixed with the new nut and the retainer bolt.