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Inspection (SOHC)

  1. Inspect components for damage. Check camshaft journal diameter, lobe height and runout. Replace camshaft if not within specification. See CAMSHAFT  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
  2. 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  .
  3. Replace camshaft and/or cylinder head if oil clearance is not within specification. See CAMSHAFT table.
  4. 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.
  5. Using caliper, measure width of distributor drive slot. Replace camshaft if width is not within specification. See CAMSHAFT table.