8.ENGINE
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Inspecting the Camshaft
Inspecting the Camshaft Lobe
Check each lobe for scoring, scuffing,
cracks or other signs of wear.
Measure camshaft lobe height using a
micrometer
A. Camshaft lobe (exhaust valves)
B. Camshaft lobe (intake valves)
C. Camshaft journal (timing chain side)
D. Camshaft journal (spark plug side)
Measure camshaft bearing in cylinder
head . Refer to CYLINDER HEAD
INSPECTION in this subsection.
Inspecting the Camshaft Journal
Check each journal for scoring, scuffing,
cracks or other signs of wear.
Measure camshaft journal using a
micrometer .
A. Camshaft lobe (exhaust valves)
B. Camshaft lobe (intake valves)
C. Camshaft journal (timing chain side)
D. Camshaft journal (spark plug side)
CAMSHAFT JOURNAL
(TIMING CHAIN SIDE)
CAMSHAFT JOURNAL
(SPARK PLUG SIDE)
Installating the Camshaft
For installation, reverse the removal
procedure. Pay attention to the following
details.