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Camshaft - End Play

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  1. Remove the roller followers.
  2. Use a Dial Indicator with Bracketry to measure camshaft end play.
  3. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder head.
  4. Zero the indicator.
    Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft End Play
    G01151264Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder head. Note and record the camshaft end play. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    • If camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install new camshaft thrust bearing washers.
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