Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-3.2LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Camshaft, Engine
| Bearing Journal | Diameter | 1.6905-1.6913 Inch (in) |
| Diametrical | Clearance | 0.003-0.0047 Inch (in) |
| Clearance (Max.) | 0.0059 Inch (in) | |
| Camshaft | Endplay | 0.004-0.014 Inch (in) |
| Valve Timing-Intake | Open | 1 Degrees After Top Dead Center (deg ATDC) |
| Close | 51 Degrees After Bottom Dead Center (deg ABDC) | |
| Duration | 240 Degrees (deg) | |
| Centerline | 108 Degrees (deg) | |
| Valve Timing-Exhaust | Opens | 48 Degrees Before Bottom Dead Center (deg BBDC) |
| Closes | 12 Degrees After Top Dead Center (deg ATDC) | |
| Duration | 240 Degrees (deg) | |
| Centerline | 108 Degrees (deg) | |
| Valve Overlap | 11 Degrees (deg) | |
| Camshaft Sprocket Bolt | Right Side | 75 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb) |
| Left Side | 85 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb) | |
| Camshaft Thrust Plate | Bolts | 250 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb) |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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