Workshop Manual

5.3 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING GEAR LASH WITH CAMSHAFT HOUSING REMOVED

12. Turn idler gear number ﬁve counterclockwise (viewed from front of engine) until “0” lash

is present, then zero the gauge on the dial indicator.

13. Push idler gear number ﬁve clockwise (viewed from front of engine) till desired gear

lash is present.

14. Tighten the two bolts on the number three gear.

15. Check gear lash by turning idler gear number ﬁve stop-to-stop; verify the lash reading on

the dial indicator should be 0.043 - 0.165 mm (0.0016 - 0.0065 in.).

16. If gear lash is OK, then ﬁnal torque idler gear number three bolts to 60–65 N·m (44-48

lb·ft).

17. Install access cover and tighten.

18. Install the camshaft housing as needed. Refer to section 3.3.

All information subject to change without notice.