Camshaft Inspection

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2008 Mazda 6, 2007 Mazda 6, 2006 Mazda 6, 2005 Mazda 6, and 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure the cam lobe height at the two points as indicated in the figure to calculate the gap between X and Y.
- If not as specified, replace the camshaft.
  Standard Height
  
  IN: 4.79 mm {0.189 in}
  
  EX: 4.79 mm {0.189 in}
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Cam Lobe Height
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Measure the journal diameters in X and Y directions at the two points (A and B) as indicated in the figure.
- If not as specified, replace the camshaft.
Standard Diameter

26.936-26.962 mm {1.0604-1.0615 in}

Fig 2: Measuring Journal Diameters
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.