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Camshaft Runout

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Set camshaft between two "V" blocks, and measure its runout by using a dial gauge. If measured runout exceeds specified limit, replace camshaft.

Camshaft runout

Limit: 0.10 mm (0.0039 in.) 

Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft Runout Using Dial Gauge
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