Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Push Rod Engines, Micrometer Method
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Sable and 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The camshaft journals must meet specifications before checking camshaft journal clearance.
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Measure each camshaft bearing (6261) in two directions.
- Subtract the camshaft journal diameter from the camshaft bearing diameter.