Tracker 4WD L4-2.0L VIN C (1999)
Important: Cylinder head and camshaft damage may result if the bearing caps are incorrectly installed. The oil clearance measurement will also be
incorrect.
10. Install the camshaft bearing caps. The caps are marked intake or exhaust (1), position away from the timing chain (2), and direction toward the
timing chain (3).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
11. Use 3 progressive steps to tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts in sequence.
Tighten the bolts to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).
12. Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
13. Measure the gauging plastic at its widest point (1).
Standard Oil Clearance: 0.020-0.074 mm (0.0008-0.0029 inch)
Maximum Oil Clearance 0.12 mm (0.0047 inch)
14. If the clearance is greater than the maximum perform the following:
14.1. Remove the camshaft.
14.2. Measure the camshaft journal outside diameter with the J 26900-2.
Camshaft OD: 25.959-25.980 mm (1.0220-1.0228 inch)
14.3. Install the camshaft bearing caps and torque to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).
14.4. Measure the camshaft journal inside (bore) diameter.
Camshaft Bore ID: 26.000-26.033 mm (1.0236-1.0249 inch)
15. Replace the component (camshaft or cylinder head with caps) that has the greatest difference from specification.
16. Inspect the valve lifters for wear, scoring and damage.
