Xterra 2WD V6-3.3L SC (VG33ER) (2003)
Crankshaft Main Bearing: Specifications
NOTE: Lubricate the threads and seat surfaces of the main bearing cap bolts with new engine oil.
IMPORTANT: Install the crankshaft and main bearing caps and tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown, gradually in two or three steps, to
specification.
Main Bearing Cap Disassembly Sequence
Main Bearing Cap Assembly Sequence
Torque ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 90-100 Nm (57-74 ft lbs)
No.1 Main Bearing Clearance
Standard ................................................................................................................................................................... 0.030-0.048 mm (0.0012-0.0019 in)
Limit ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 0.060 mm (0.0024 in)
No. 2, 3, and 4 Main Bearing Clearance
Standard ................................................................................................................................................................... 0.038-0.065 mm (0.0015-0.0026 in)
Limit ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 0.080 mm (0.0031 in)
Main Bearing Size Codes
No. 1 Main Bearing Sizes