Camry XLE Sedan 4-Door L4-2164cc 2.2L DOHC MFI (1997)
(h) Install the main bearing caps.
Torque:
1st: 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.)
2nd: Turn additional 90°
CAUTION: Do not turn the crankshaft.
(i)
Remove the main bearing caps.
(See procedure (a) and (b) above).
(j)
Measure the Plastigage at its widest point.
Standard clearance:
No. 3
STD: 0.025 - 0.044 mm (0.0010 - 0.0017 inch)
U/S 0.25: 0.027 - 0.067 mm (0.0011 - 0.0026 inch)
Others
STD: 0.015 - 0.034 mm (0.0006 - 0.0013 inch)
U/S 0.25: 0.019 - 0.059 mm (0.0007 - 0.0023 inch)
Maximum clearance: 0.08 mm (O.0031 inch)
NOTE: If replacing the cylinder block subassembly, the bearing standard clearance will be:
No. 3: 0.027 - 0.054 mm (0-0011 - 0.0021 inch)
Others: 0.017 - 0.044 mm (0.0007 - 0.0017 inch)
If the oil clearance is greater than maximum, replace the bearings. If necessary, grind or replace the crankshaft.
