Camry Wagon V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1994)
Crankshaft Main Bearing: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - New Main Bearings Reduce Noise at Idle
ENGINE: EG001-97
January 17, 1997
Title:
1MZ-FE ENGINE MAIN BEARING CHANGES
Models:
'94-'96 Camry, Avalon
Introduction
To reduce internal engine noise when idling at normal operating temperature, the following changes have been made:
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No. 1 and No. 4 main bearing oil clearances have been reduced by installation of thicker bearings having marks that are 2 higher in number than the
original bearings installed on vehicles prior to production change.
Production Change Information
Field Repair Procedures
Replace both No. 1 and No. 4 main bearings with those having marks 2 higher than number on back of original bearings (illustration).
NOTE:
See Repair Manual for details regarding disassembly & reassembly. If original bearing numbers are not clear, adjust clearances within 0.025 mm -
0.030 mm (0.0010 - 0.0012 in.) using plastigage.
Warranty Information