5000S Turbo L5-2144cc 2.14L SOHC Turbo (KH) (1984)
Camshaft: Technical Service Bulletins
Camshaft - Radial Clearance
Applies To
4000
5000
Group
15
Subject
Cylinder Head
Part Identifier N/A
Key Points
Camshaft radial clearance
A 58
Number
84-02
March 2, 1984
Camshaft radial clearance, checking
Work sequence
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remove camshaft sprocket
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remove camshaft and cam followers (mark followers)
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remove oil seal
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clean camshaft bearing caps, seats and journals
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place camshaft on cylinder head so cam lobes do not touch valve spring retainers or valves
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lay Plastigage across journal
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install bearing caps in correct position and tighten to 20 N-m (14 ft.lb.)
CAUTION
Do not rotate camshaft.
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remove bearing caps
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compare width of Plastigage with measuring scale
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wear limit - 0.1 mm (0.004 in.)
Note
If this limit is exceeded, check the radial clearance again with a new camshaft. If the clearance with a new camshaft also exceeds the wear limit, the
cylinder head must be replaced.
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after completing repairs, check and adjust valve clearances