Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method

Special Tool(s) 

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

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1. Remove the camshaft bearing cap and lay Plastigage across the surface.
NOTE: Do not turn the camshaft while carrying out this procedure.
Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap
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2. Position the camshaft bearing cap and install the bolts.
3. Use Plastigage to verify the camshaft journal clearance.
   • If out of specification, install new components as necessary.