Powertrain

Bearing Inspection - Engine System

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  1. Inspect bearings for the following defects:
    1. Cratering — fatigue failure
    1. Spot polishing — incorrect seating
    1. Imbedded dirty engine oil
    1. Scratching — dirty engine oil
    1. Base exposed — poor lubrication
    1. Both edges worn — journal damaged
    1. One edge worn — journal tapered or bearing not seated

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A quick Ford Focus quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.