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Crankshaft Main Bearing: Specifications

CRANKSHAFT BEARING
Out side diameter clearance of crankshaft bearing cap bolt
M8
Limit 0.10 mm (0.004 in)
M10
Limit 0.15 mm (0.006 in)











Before using the crankshaft bearing cap bolt again, carry out the check according to the following procedure:
Measure the 2 points on the outside diameter of thread as shown in the illustration.
When the difference between the measured outside diameters is beyond the limit value, replace the crankshaft bearing cap bolt.

Limit value
M10: 0.15 mm (0.006 inch)
M8: 0.10 mm (0.004 inch)

Tighten crankshaft bearing cap bolts to the specified torque according to the tightening order.
Specified torque
M10 37.2 ± 2.0 Nm (27 ± 1 ft-lb)
M8 9.0 ± 2.0 Nm (80 ± 17 in-lb)