Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-to-Bearing Clearance
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Refer to the
appropriate article in ENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.5L (EXCEPT HYBRID)
, ENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.5L - (HYBRID)
, ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.0L (4V)
or ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.5L
for the specification.
NOTE:
Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.
- Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.
- Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.
- Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.
- Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.
NOTE:
Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.