Crankshaft End Play

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Measure the clearance between thrust bearings and crankshaft arm when crankshaft is moved fully forward or backward with a dial indicator (A).
Standard and limit: Refer to "CYLINDER BLOCK ".
If the measured value exceeds the limit, replace thrust bearings, and measure again. If it still exceeds the limit, replace crankshaft also.

Fig 1: Measuring Crankshaft End Play Using Dial Indicator

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