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Removal & Installation: Camshafts: Inspection

  1. Visually inspect camshaft for scratches, flaking and wear. Place front and rear camshaft journals on "V" blocks. Measure camshaft runout at center journal.
  2. Measure journal diameter and lobe height. Replace camshaft if measurements are not within specification. See CAMSHAFT  under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Visually inspect camshaft caps for scratches, flaking and wear. If camshaft caps are damaged, replace caps and cylinder head as a set.
  3. Install camshaft, but DO NOT install lash adjusters or shims. Measure camshaft end play. If end play exceeds specification, replace camshaft caps and cylinder head as a set. Measure camshaft journal oil clearance using Plastigage. See CAMSHAFT  under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If oil clearance exceeds specification, replace camshaft. If necessary, replace caps and cylinder head as a set.
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