Clearance

Special Tools:

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

1. Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.





2. Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.

3. NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while doing this procedure.

Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.





4. Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.
^ If it is out of specification, replace as necessary.