Tacoma 2WD L4-2.4L (2RZ-FE) (1996)
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4. Inspect camshaft gear spring.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the free distance between the spring ends.
Free distance: 22.5 - 22.9 mm (0.886 - 0.902 inch)
If the free distance is not as specified, replace the gear spring.
5. Inspect camshaft journal oil clearance.
(a)
Clean the bearing caps and camshaft journals.
(b) Place the camshafts on the cylinder head.
(c)
Lay a strip of Plastigage across each of the camshaft journals.
(d) Install the bearing caps.
Torque: 15.5 Nm (12 ft. lbs.)
CAUTION: Do not turn the camshaft.
(e)
Remove the bearing caps.
(f)
Measure the Plastigage at its widest point.
Standard oil clearance: 0.025 - 0.062 mm (0.0010 - 0.0024 inch)
Maximum oil clearance: 0.08 mm (0.0031 inch)
If the oil clearance is greater than maximum, replace the camshaft. If necessary, replace the bearing caps and cylinder head as a set.
(g) Completely remove the Plastigage.
6. Inspect camshaft thrust clearance.
(a)
Install the camshaft.