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Special Tool(s)

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)
G03429525Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft end play.
  2. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder head.
  3. Zero the indicator.
  4. 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. For 2.0L Zetec engine see appropriate section in ENGINE - 2.0L ZETEC . For 3.0L (4V) engine see appropriate section in ENGINE - 3.0L (4V) .
    • If camshaft end play exceeds specification after camshaft installation, install a new cylinder head. For 2.0L Zetec engine procedure see appropriate section in ENGINE - 2.0L ZETEC . For 3.0L (4V) engine procedure see appropriate section in ENGINE - 3.0L (4V) .
    Fig 2: Measuring Camshaft Endplay
    G03429526Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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