Crankshaft End Play

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SPECIAL TOOLS

Illustration	Tool Name	Tool Number
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.	Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture	100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Engine article for the specification.

Install the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture.
Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge.
Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the crankshaft end play.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (100-002)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.