Section 1 - Cylinder Block - Group 01 Camshaft Gear - Replacement (1-17) M11 Page 1-51 Record the size (amount of offset) and part number of the key. Record the direction the arrow on the key is pointed (toward or away from the camshaft) for future reference. Use a flat chisel and hammer to remove the camshaft key. Remove the thrust plate. Cleaning Use solvent to clean the parts and dry with compressed air. Inspection Visually inspect the camshaft nose for fretting or burrs. NOTE: The camshaft must be replaced if the fretting dam- age is more than 3 mm [0.125 inch] wide. Measure the camshaft nose (gear mounting surface) out- side diameter. Camshaft Gear Mounting Surface O.D.
mm in 46.987 MIN 1.8499 47.013 MAX 1.8509