Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-Clearance
Special Tool(s)
NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.
- Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.
- Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.
- NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.
Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.
- Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.
- If it is out of specification, install new components as necessary.
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