Camshaft Bearing Journal Clearance

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The camshaft journals must meet specifications before checking camshaft journal clearance.

Remove the camshaft bearing cap and lay Plastigage across the surface. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.

NOTE: Do not turn the camshaft while carrying out this procedure.

Fig 1: Measuring Plastigage Across Bearing Surface

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Position the camshaft bearing cap and install the bolts. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
Use Plastigage to verify the camshaft journal clearance.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.