Camshaft End Play - OHC Engines
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture | 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent |
NOTE:
Refer to ENGINE - 2.3L
, ENGINE - 2.3L HYBRID
or ENGINE - 3.0L (4V)
for the specification.
- Using the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture, measure the camshaft end play.
- Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder head.
- Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge.
- Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder head. Note and record the camshaft end play.
- If camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install a new camshaft and recheck end play.
- If camshaft end play exceeds specification after camshaft installation, install a new cylinder head.