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Code numbers on crankshaft

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Code number 1 = bearing shell (2) Yellow.

Code number 2 = bearing shell (2) Green.

Code number 3 = bearing shell (2) Red.

IMPORTANT: The color combination Yellow and Red  must not be fitted; the bearing colors Green/Green must be selected for this color combination, see table.
Fig 1: Identifying Bearing Shell With/Without Lubricant Groove
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