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Crankshaft Main Bearing

Main Bearing Journal Diameter 63.987-64.013 mm (2.5192-2.5202 in.)

Main Bearing Diametrical Clearance 1-2-3-4 0.011-0.055 mm (0.0005-0.0022 in.)
Wear Limit 0.076 mm (0.003 in.)

Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap-Bolts 41 Nm + 1/4 turn (30 ft. lbs + 1/4 turn)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Cross Bolts (3.8L) 61 Nm (45 Ft. lbs)