Dodge dakota 2002 Service Manual page 1568

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CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) (Continued)
Fig. 58 Measuring
1 - VALVE LOBE
2 - CAMSHAFT JOURNAL
Camshaft Bushing/Bores
Camshaft bores No. 2–6 do not use a bushing.
(1) Inspect the camshaft bushing and bores for
signs of excessive wear.
(2) Measure the camshaft bushing and bores (Fig.
59) with a telescoping bore gauge and micrometer. If
out of specification, (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE
BLOCK/CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) -
REMOVAL).
(3) Inspect the camshaft bushing oil holes for
alignment with cylinder block (Fig. 60).
Fig. 59 Measuring Camshaft Bushing and Bores
ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL
Fig. 60 Inspecting Oil Hole Alignment
1 - CAMSHAFT BUSHING
Camshaft Gear
Inspect the camshaft gear for cracks (gear and
hub) (Fig. 61), and chipped/broken/fretted teeth (Fig.
62). If replacement is necessary, camshaft and gear
are replaced as an assembly. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
ENGINE BLOCK/CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN
BLOCK) - REMOVAL).
Fig. 61 Inspect Camshaft Gear Hub for Cracks -
Fig. 62 Inspect Camshaft Gear for Cracks and
Fretting - Typical
Typical
9 - 319