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Inspection Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. 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 - 3.0L (4V) or ENGINE - 3.9L for the procedure.
    Fig 1: Measuring Camshaft Intake/Exhaust Lobe Lift
    G03200311Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.