Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Camshaft Lobe Lift

Special Tool(s)

Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent

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 the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure.

Camshaft Lobe Lift

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    Other materials:

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