Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-to-Bearing Clearance

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

NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.

1.

Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.

2.

Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.

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3.

NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.

Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.

4.

Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.

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