Detroit Diesel — Disassemble camshaft from the camshaft gear
Repair & overhaul · Camshaft and camshaft gear
From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Detroit Diesel Series 60 engine
Before you start
- Extreme care must be taken not to support the camshaft gear cover at the outer edges.
Procedure
- Use suitable fixture to secure the camshaft assembly from movement.
- Install a heavy duty gear puller capable of withstanding the 7000 PSI required; support the backside of the camshaft gear cover as close to the camshaft as possible.
- Gently press the camshaft off the gear holding the camshaft as it is pressed through the gear, removing the camshaft gear and cover together.
Tools required
- Heavy duty gear puller (7000 PSI) Amazon
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Specs & values
- Gear puller requirement: 7000 PSI
Full service-parts list: Detroit Diesel Series 60 engine →
Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.