RL V6-3.7L (2009)
7. Remove the camshaft thrust cover (A), then pull out the camshaft (B).
8. Wipe the camshaft clean, then inspect the lift ramps. Replace the camshaft if any lobes are pitted, scored, or excessively worn.
9. Measure the diameter of each camshaft journal.
10. Zero the gauge to the journal diameter.
11. Clean the camshaft bearing surfaces in the cylinder head. Measure the inside diameter of each camshaft bearing surface, and check for an
out-of-round condition.
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If the camshaft-to-holder clearance is within limits, go to step 13.
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If the camshaft-to-holder clearance is beyond the service limit and the camshaft has been replaced, replace the cylinder head.
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If the camshaft-to-holder clearance is beyond the service limit and the camshaft has not been replaced, go to step 12.
