Engine Repair Work Example 6

WorkKey Level: 4
NATEF Automotive Tasks: I.D.2

The feeler gauge below is marked 0.002" with a light drag.  The manual specifies that the space must be less than 0.0015".  Is this an acceptable measure?  By how much?

Solution:

No, it is not an acceptable measure. 
0.002" > 0.0015"
It is out by (0.002" – 0.0015") = 0.0005".