Stratus L4-2.0L VIN C (1997)
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Crankshaft: Service and Repair
Service Procedures
Crankshaft End Play Measurement
DIAL INDICATOR METHOD
1. Mount a dial indicator to front of engine, locating probe on nose of crankshaft.
2. Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of it travel.
3. Zero the dial indicator.
4. Move crankshaft all the way to the front ant read the dial indicator. Refer to specifications.
FEELER GAGE METHOD
1. Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of its travel using a lever inserted between a main bearing cap and a crankshaft cheek, using care not to
damage any bearing surface. Do not loosen main bearing cap.
2. Use a feeler gauge between number three thrust bearing and machined crankshaft surface to determine end play.
Journal Inspection