Crankshaft End Play Inspection

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Measure the crankshaft end play.
- If not as specified, replace the thrust bearing and No.4 lower main bearing or crankshaft so that the specified end play is obtained.
  Standard End Play
  
  0.110-0.232 mm {0.00434-0.00913 in}
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Crankshaft End Play
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.