Camshaft Runout

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Camshaft Runout
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOL SPECIFICATIONS

G04583333
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
    NOTE: Camshaft journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
  1. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure the camshaft runout.
    • Rotate the camshaft and subtract the lowest indicator reading from the highest indicator reading.
    • For additional information, refer to the SPECIFICATIONS in the ENGINE article.
    • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to CAMSHAFT for the procedure.
      Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft Runout
      G03885007Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
RENDER: 1.0x

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