Published: 11-May-2011

2007.0 Range Rover Sport (LS), 303-00

Engine System - General Information

Camshaft Bearing Journal Clearance (G61235)

GENERAL PROCEDURES
  1. NOTES:

    • Make sure that the following stages are followed exactly. The tappets or followers must be removed to carry out this measurement.

    • Make sure that the camshaft is to specification.

    • The bearing caps and journals should be free from engine oil and dirt.

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    Position on a length of plastigage on the bearing cap.
      • Insert the camshaft, without lubrication, into the cylinder head.
      • Position a plastigage strip, which should be equal to the width of the bearing cap, on the bearing journal.
  2. Install the camshaft bearing caps.
      • Follow the relevant tightening sequence.
  3. NOTE:

    Do not strike the bearing caps.

    Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
      • Follow the relevant loosening sequence.
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    Using the special tool, read off the measurement.
      • Compare the width of plastigage with the plastigage scale.
      • The value that is read off is the bearing clearance.
      • If the values are not to specification install a new camshaft.