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Inspect bearings for the following defects. Possible causes are shown: - Cratering — fatigue failure.
- Spot polishing — incorrect seating.
- Imbedded dirt engine oil.
- Scratching — dirty engine oil.
- Base exposed — poor lubrication.
- Both edges worn — journal damaged.
- One edge worn — journal tapered or bearing not seated.
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