Camshaft End Play

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Install dial gauge in the thrust direction on the front end of the camshaft. Measure the end play when the camshaft is moved forward/backward (in direction to axis).
Standard: 0.115 - 0.188 mm (0.0045 - 0.0074 in)

Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft End Play Using Dial Gauge
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
If measurement is out of the specified range, replace the camshaft and measure again.
If measurement is still out of the specified range, replace the cylinder head.
Measure the following parts if end play is outside the specified value.
- Dimension (A) for camshaft No. 1 journal
  Standard: 30.500 - 30.548 mm (1.2008-1.2027 in)
- Dimension (B) for cylinder head No. 1 journal
  Standard: 30.360 - 30.385 mm (1.1953-1.1963 in)
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Cylinder Head No. 1 Journal And Camshaft No. 1 Journal Dimension
  Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
If measurements are not within specification, replace the camshaft and/or cylinder head.