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

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