Cylinder Block: Thrust Bearing Alignment

Install all main bearing caps except thrust bearing cap and tighten. Install thrust bearing cap with bolts, tighten finger tight. Pry crankshaft to front of engine. Then pry thrust bearing cap to rear of engine. While holding crankshaft forward, tighten main bearing cap bolts. Check crankshaft end play. Crankshaft end play service limit is .012" (.31 mm).