FX50 AWD V8-5.0L (VK50VE) (2009)
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Measure inner diameter (A) of VVEL ladder assembly (EXH side) with a bore gauge.
Standard: Refer to "Camshaft". See: Specifications
CAMSHAFT (EXH) JOURNAL OIL CLEARANCE
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(Oil clearance) = [VVEL ladder assembly (EXH side) inner diameter] - [Camshaft (EXH) journal diameter].
Standard and Limit: Refer to "Camshaft". See: Specifications
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If the calculated value exceeds the limit, replace either or both camshaft (EXH) and VVEL ladder assembly & cylinder head assembly.
NOTE:
VVEL ladder assembly cannot be replaced as a single part, because it is machined together with cylinder head assembly.
Camshaft (EXH) End Play
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Install a dial indicator in thrust direction on front end of camshaft.
Measure the end play of a dial indicator when camshaft (EXH) is moved forward/backward (in direction of axis).
Standard and Limit: Refer to "Camshaft". See: Specifications
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Measure the following parts if out of the limit.
- Dimension "A" for camshaft (EXH) No. 1 journal
Standard : 30.500 - 30.548 mm (1.2008 - 1.2027 in)
- Dimension "B" for cylinder head No. 1 journal bearing
Standard : 30.360 - 30.385 mm (1.1953 - 1.1963 in)