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Crankshaft Main Bearing





Engine Overhaul
Bearing cap bolt 25 ± 2 Nm (18 ± 1 ft. lbs.) -> ±90°
Bearing cap bolt shank length 71.1 mm (2.79 inch)

Make sure that the crankshaft turns smoothly and the end play is correct. If the end play exceeds the limit, replace the number 3 crankshaft bearings.
Standard value 0.05 - 0.25 mm (0.002 - 0.009 inch)
Limit 0.40 mm (0.015 inch)