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Crankshaft Runout

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Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
    NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
    Fig 1: Measuring Crankshaft Runout
    G03933284Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Use the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure the crankshaft runout.
    • Rotate the crankshaft and subtract the lowest dial indicator reading from the highest dial indicator reading to figure the crankshaft runout. If it is out of specification, install new components as necessary.