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Crankshaft (9) 
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Check Crankshaft Axial Clearance:

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New: 0.07 to 0.17 mm (0.0028-0.0067 inch). 

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Wear limit: 0.25 mm (0.0098 inch). 

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Check Main Bearing Journal Radial (Oil) Clearance Using Plastigage:

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New: 0.02 to 0.06 mm (0.0008-0.0024 inch). 

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Wear limit: 0.17 mm (0.oo67 inch). 

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Do not allow the crankshaft to rotate while measuring radial clearance.

Lower Main Bearing Thrust Washers (10) 
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Install at block bearing No. 3.

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Refer to illustration for installed position.

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