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Camshaft Runout

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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000024Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
NOTE: Refer to the SPECIFICATIONS .
    NOTE: Camshaft journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
  1. Using the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture, measure the camshaft runout.
    • Rotate the camshaft and subtract the lowest indicator reading from the highest indicator reading.
  2. Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft Runout Using Dial Indicator Gauge With Holding Fixture
    GF0040868Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.