Crankshaft, Measuring Radial Clearance: Procedure
NOTE:
Do not interchange used bearings
Bearing shells that are worn down to the nickel layer must be replaced.
-- Remove the crankshaft bearing cap and clean the bearing cap and pins.
-- Place Plastigauge® over entire width of bearing journal or into bearing shells.
- Plastigauge® must rest in center of bearing shell.
-- Install the crankshaft bearing and secure with the old bolts -1 to 10-. Refer to Crankshaft, Tightening Sequence . Do not turn the crankshaft.
NOTE:
Ignore bolts -arrow A-.
-- Remove the crankshaft bearing cap again.
-- Compare width of Plastigauge® with calibrated scale.