Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines

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Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

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Remove the valve tappets. Refer to the appropriate article in ENGINE for the procedure.
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 article in ENGINE for the procedure.

Fig 2: Measuring Camshaft End Play

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