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Camshaft End Play Inspection

  1. Remove the roller followers. Refer to ENGINE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .
  2. Use Dial Indicator with Bracketry SST 100-002 or equivalent to measure camshaft endplay.
  3. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder head.
  4. Zero the indicator.
  5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder head. Note and record the camshaft endplay.
    1. If camshaft endplay exceeds specification, refer to CAMSHAFT SPECIFICATIONS . Install a new camshaft and recheck endplay. Refer to ENGINE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .
    2. If camshaft endplay exceeds specification after camshaft installation, install a new cylinder head. Refer to ENGINE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .
    Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft Endplay
    G02821362Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.