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Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines

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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000024
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Engine for the specification.
  1. Remove the hydraulic lash adjusters. Refer to the appropriate Engine article for the procedure.
  2. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft end play.
  3. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
  4. Zero the indicator.
  5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the camshaft end play.
    Fig 1: Checking Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines
    GF0002362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.