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Method by Calculation

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  1. Install the main bearings to the cylinder block and bearing cap. Refer to "ASSEMBLY ".
  2. Calculate the main bearing clearance. (Oil clearance) = (Inner diameter of main bearing) - (Outer diameter of crankshaft journal)
    1. Standard: 0.035 - 0.045 mm (0.0014 - 0.0018 in) 
    2. Limit: 0.065 mm (0.0026 in) 
  3. If the calculated clearance exceeds the specified limit, replace the bearings. Refer to "HOW TO SELECT MAIN BEARINGS ".
Fig 1: Calculate The Main Bearing Clearance. (Oil Clearance) = (Inner Diameter Of Main Bearing) - (Outer Diameter Of Crankshaft Journal)
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