Celica GT Convertible L4-2164cc 2.2L DOHC MFI (1997)
Crankshaft Main Bearing: Testing and Inspection
REMOVE MAIN BEARING CAPS AND CHECK OIL CLEARANCE
Main Bearing Cap Bolt Removal
(a)
Uniformly loosen and remove the 10 main bearing cap bolts in several passes, in the sequence shown.
(b) Using 2 screwdrivers, pry out the main bearing cap, and remove the 5 main bearing caps, 5 lower bearings and 2 lower thrust washers (No. 3
main bearing cap only).
NOTE:
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Keep the lower bearing and main bearing cap together.
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Arrange the main bearing caps and lower thrust washers in the correct order.
(c)
Lift out the crankshaft.
NOTE: Keep the upper bearing and upper thrust washers together with the cylinder block.
(d) Clean each main journal and bearing.
(e)
Check each main journal and bearing for pitting and scratches.
If the journal or bearing is damaged, replace the bearings. If necessary, grind or replace the crankshaft.
(f)
Place the crankshaft on the cylinder block.
(g) Lay a strip of Plastigage across each journal.
