Camshaft Runout

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Put V-block on precise flat bed and support No. 2 and No. 4 journal of camshaft as shown, below.

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Set dial gauges vertically to No. 3 journal as shown, above.

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.

Camshaft Runout
Standard	: Less than 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
Limit	: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in)

If actual runout exceeds the limit, replace the camshaft.