Camshaft Sprocket Runout

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the camshaft in the cylinder head.
Install the camshaft sprocket on the camshaft.
Measure camshaft sprocket runout while turning the camshaft by hand.
1. Runout :Less than 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
If it exceeds the specification, replace camshaft sprocket.

Fig 1: Checking Camshaft Sprocket Runout
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.