Standard Procedure - Crankshaft End Play
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Dodge Charger and 2010 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Mount a dial indicator to a stationary point at front of engine. Locate the probe perpendicular against nose of crankshaft .
- Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of its travel.
- Zero the dial indicator.
- Move crankshaft all the way to the front and read the dial indicator. For crankshaft end play clearances, see Engine - Specifications .