Camshaft Lobe Lift

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft intake/exhaust lobe lift.
- Rotate the camshaft and subtract the lowest indicator reading from the highest indicator reading to figure the camshaft lobe lift.
- Refer to ENGINE - 3.9L & 4.2L for the procedure.
Fig 2: Measuring Camshaft Intake/Exhaust Lobe Lift
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.