Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the valve tappets. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article.
Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft end play.
Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
Zero the indicator.
Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the camshaft end play.
- If the camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install a new camshaft thrust plate. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.