Lotus Elise S1 Service Notes page 180

ENGINE
12M0547
6. Measure widest portion of Plastigage on each
journal:
Camshaft bearing clearance = 0.060 to 0.094
mm
Service limit = 0.15 mm
If clearance is excessive, fit new camshaft(s)
and repeat check. If clearances are still
excessive, replace cylinder head and camshaft
carrier assembly.
CAUTION: If replacement camshafts are to
! \ be fitted, ensure they are correct for
engine being worked on.
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Checking camshaft bearing clearance - Non VVC
engines
K8
12M0563
K16
Position camshaft(s) in cylinder head and place
Plastigage across each journal.
Fit camshaft carrier and tighten bolts in
sequence shown to 10 Nm. Do not rotate
camshaft(s).
Progressively slacken bolts and then remove
camshaft carrier.
8RM 3526
7. Remove drive pin from old camshaft and fit to
new with its split towards centre of camshaft.
8. Remove all traces of Plastigage using an oily
rag.
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