Specifications

Use a dial indicator to check the backlash between the
accessory drive gear and the camshaft gear.
Install the tip of the dial indicator against a tooth on the
accessory drive gear as shown.
Push the accessory drive gear against the accessory
drive thrust washer or thrust face.
Hold the gear against the thrust washer or thrust face
when checking the backlash.
Turn the accessory drive gear by hand as far as it will
freely move, and set the dial indicator to ‘‘0’’ (zero).
Turn the accessory drive gear by hand in the opposite
direction as far as it will freely move, and read the dial
indicator.
Backlash Between the Accessory Drive and the
Camshaft Gear
mm in
0.05 MIN 0.002
0.50 MAX 0.020
If the backlash is not within specifications, the gear must
be replaced.
Accessory Drive - Installation Engine Assembly (00-02)
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