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Camshaft End Play - OHC 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 SPECIFICATIONS .
  1. Using the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture, measure the camshaft end play.
  2. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder head.
  3. Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge.
  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 a new camshaft and recheck end play.
    • If camshaft end play exceeds specification after camshaft installation, install a new cylinder head.
  5. Fig 1: Recording Camshaft End Play
    GF0040866Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.