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Crankshaft End Play

Crankshaft-End Play

Special Tools:





Special Tool(s)

1. Measure the crankshaft end play.
- Use the special tool to measure crankshaft end play.
2. Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
3. Zero the indicator.





4. Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Using the special tool, note and record the crankshaft end play.
- If crankshaft end play exceeds specifications, install a new crankshaft thrust washer or crankshaft thrust main bearing.