Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 865

SECTION 303-00: Engine System — General Information
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Camshaft End Play —Push Rod Engines
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Remove the valve tappets. Refer to the appropriate section in Group
2. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft end play.
3. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
4. Zero the indicator.
5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the camshaft end play.
If the camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install a new camshaft thrust plate.
Refer to the appropriate section in Group
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303 for the procedure.
for the procedure.