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Camshaft - End Play, OHC Engines

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool
G03180052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Remove the roller followers.
  2. Use a Dial Indicator with Bracketry to measure camshaft end play.
  3. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder head.
  4. Zero the indicator.
  5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder head. Note and record the camshaft end play.
    • If camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install new camshaft and recheck end play.
    • If camshaft end play exceeds specification after camshaft installation, install a new cylinder head.
    Fig 2: Measuring Camshaft End Play - OHC Engine
    G03180053Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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