Esteem GL Wagon L4-1.8L (1999)
Camshaft Runout
Set camshaft between two "V" blocks, and measure its runout by using a dial gauge.
If measured runout exceeds below specified limit, replace camshaft.
Runout Limit: 0.10 mm (0.0039 inch)
Camshaft Journal Wear
Check camshaft journals and camshaft housings for pitting, scratches, wear or damage.
If any malcondition is found, replace camshaft or cylinder head with housing. Never replace cylinder head without replacing housings.
Check clearance by using gaging plastic. Checking procedure is as follows.
1. Clean housings and camshaft journals.
2. Make sure that all valve lash adjusters are removed and install camshaft to cylinder head.
3. Place a piece of gaging plastic to full width of journal of camshaft (parallel to camshaft).
4. Install camshaft housing.
5. Tighten camshaft housing bolts in such order as indicated in figure a little at a time till they are tightened to specified torque.
NOTE: Do not rotate camshaft while gaging plastic is installed.
Tightening Torque (a): 11 Nm (1.1 kg-m, 8.0 ft. lbs.)
6. Remove housing, and using scale on gaging plastic envelop, measure gaging plastic width at its widest point.
