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Crankshaft Main Bearing

Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearances
If the oil clearances exceed 0.067mm (0.0026 inch), grind the crankshaft and use undersize connecting rod bearings.
No. 1, 2, 4, 5 0.024-0.050 mm (0.0009-0.002 inch)
No. 3 0.030-0.066 mm (0.0010-0.002 inch)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Bolts Step 1 22-27 Nm (16-19 ft. lbs.)
Step 2 90 +/- 5 degrees