Camshaft - RUNOUT

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Camshaft journals must be within specifications before checking runout.

Use a Dial Indicator with Bracketry to measure the camshaft runout.
1. Rotate the camshaft and subtract the lowest indicator reading from the highest indicator reading.
2. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
3. If it is out of specification, install new components as necessary.
Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft Runout
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.