Calculation of Camshaft Journal Clearance
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
(Journal clearance) = (inner diameter of camshaft bracket) - (outer diameter of camshaft journal)
- Standard No. 1 :0.045 - 0.086 mm (0.0018 - 0.0034 in)
- Standard No. 2, 3, 4 :0.035 - 0.076 mm (0.0014 - 0.0030 in)
- Limit :0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
- When out of the specified range, replace either or both camshaft and cylinder head.
NOTICE
Inner diameter of camshaft bracket is manufactured together with cylinder head. Replace the whole cylinder head assembly.