Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-to-Bearing Clearance

Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.

Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.

1. 1
   Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.
2. 2
   Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.

1. 1
   NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.

   Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.

2. 2
   Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.