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Crankshaft Main Bearing

Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolt
1st Step 98 Nm
1st Step 72 ft. lbs.)
2nd Step 132 Nm
2nd Step 97 ft. lbs.)
3rd Step 30°
3rd Step 30°
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolt - Angular Tightening Method
1st Step 100 Nm
1st Step 74 ft. lbs.)
2nd Step 90°
2nd Step 90°
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Side Bolt 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.)

Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance - Service Limit 0.14 mm (0.0055 inch)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance - Production Value 0.039-0.070 mm (0.0015-0.0028 inch)