Camshaft 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.

Measure the camshaft runout at "A" and "B" as shown.

Fig 1: Checking Camshaft Runout

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Set dial gauges vertically as shown.
Turn camshaft in one direction slowly by hand, measure the camshaft runout on the dial gauges.
- Runout is the largest indicator reading after one full revolution.
1. Maximum runout limit : 0.05 mm (0.0020 in)
If actual runout exceeds the limit, replace the camshaft.