Inspection (SOHC)
- Inspect components for damage. Check camshaft journal diameter, lobe height and runout. Replace camshaft if not within specification. See CAMSHAFT table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
- Install camshaft in cylinder head. Using Plastigage, check camshaft oil clearance. Tighten camshaft bearing cap bolts to specification when checking oil clearance. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Replace camshaft and/or cylinder head if oil clearance is not within specification. See CAMSHAFT table.
- Check camshaft end play with camshaft bearing cap bolts tightened to specification. Replace camshaft and/or cylinder head if end play is not within specification. See CAMSHAFT table.
- Using caliper, measure width of distributor drive slot. Replace camshaft if width is not within specification. See CAMSHAFT table.