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Cylinder Block

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  1. Using a straightedge and feeler gauge, check cylinder block head surface warpage. Machine cylinder block if warpage exceeds specification. See CYLINDER BLOCK  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
    CAUTION: DO NOT  machine more than .010" (.25 mm) of material from original cylinder block deck surface.
  2. Check cylinder bore diameter, out-of-round and taper. Cylinder bore is measured 1/2" below top of cylinder block deck and 1/2" above piston when at bottom of cylinder bore. Cylinder block must be bored if measurement is not within specification. See, in this article, CYLINDER BLOCK  table.
CAUTION: If cylinder block must be bored, ensure main bearing caps are installed and bolts are tightened to specification. This prevents main bearing bores from being distorted when boring cylinder block.
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