CLK 430 Cabriolet (208.470) V8-4.3L (113.943) (2000)
Test specifications for crankshaft bearing clearance
Crankshaft bearing cap
Crankshaft bearing cap
Component Identification
1
Blow out oil galleries with compressed air in direction of oil flow.
2
Clean bearing points in crankcase, main bearing cap and main bearing journal of crankshaft with a chamois leather.
If a bearing damage has occurred, it may be necessary to remove any swarf from the connecting rod bores, oil ducts, the crankshaft and crankcase ca
3
Insert bearing shell top halves (1) with oil drillings (2) and oil grooves (3) into the crankcase.
When doing this, ensure that the anti-twist locks (4) of the bearing shell halves (1) are located in the recesses of the crankcase.
4
Insert the bearing shell bottom halves (7) into the bearing caps (6).
When doing this, ensure that the anti-twist locks (5) of the bottom bearing shell halves (7) are located in the recesses of the bearing caps (6).
5
Mount bearing cap (6), tighten without rotation angle for measuring procedure.