Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
5. Loosen the cylinder head journal cap bolts.
6. Remove cylinder head journal caps.
7. Measure the camshaft oil clearance.
Standard: 0.025-0.076 mm (0.0010-0.0029 inch).
Limit: 0.121 mm (0.0047 inch).
8. If oil clearance is not correct, measure camshaft journal diameter and camshaft bearing diameter. Service as required.
Runout
1. Inspect the camshaft runout by setting the No.1 and No.4 journals on V-blocks.
2. Install Dial Indicator with Bracketry TOOL-4201-C or equivalent and zero gauge.
3. Rotate the camshaft and note readings.
4. If the maximum runout of the camshaft is not within specifications replace the camshaft.
