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28.

Inspect the crankshaft journal and connecting rod bearing shell. A good bearing is shown in Figure 9. A failed bearing is shown in Figure 10. If
any of the following conditions are observed, continue with Section C  LX Engine Replacement.

a.

Significant damage or wear to the connecting rod bearing from any of the following:

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Galling

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Embedded debris 

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Tab misalignment

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Fine machining lines are not visible

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Any bronze or copper coloration.

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Fine burrs on the edge of the bearing oil hole.

NOTE

For detailed color images of acceptable and failed bearings, view this CSN through TechCONNECT.

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