Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
1. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing Journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
Use the Dial Indicator with Bracketry to measure the crankshaft runout.
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Rotate the crankshaft and subtract the lowest dial indicator reading from the highest dial indicator reading to figure the crankshaft runout. If it
is out of specification, install new components as necessary.
Crankshaft - Connecting Rod Journal Taper, Out of Round
1. Measure the crankshaft connecting rod journal diameters in 2 directions perpendicular to one another at each end of the connecting rod journal.
The difference in the measurements from one end to the other is the taper. Verify measurement is within the wear limit.
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If out of specification, install new components as necessary.
