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Camshaft RUNOUT

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  1. Measure camshaft runout at the center journal.

    Runout (Total indicator reading) 

    Standard: Less than 0.02 mm (0.0008 in) 

    Limit: 0.1 mm (0.004 in) 

    Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft Runout At Center Journal
    G02007617Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. If it exceeds the limit, replace camshaft.