Trooper LS V6-3.5L (1998)
11. Remove main bearing cap (11).
12. Remove crankshaft (12).
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
1. Crankshaft
Set the dial indicator as shown in the illustration and measure the crankshaft thrust clearance. If the thrust clearance exceeds the specified limit,
replace the thrust bearings as a set.
Thrust Clearance:
Standard: 0.06 mm - 24 mm (0.0024 inch - 0.0094 inch)
Limit: 0.30 mm (0.0118 inch)
Main Bearing Clearance
1. Remove the bearing caps and measure the oil clearance.
2. Remove the main bearing cap fixing bolts in the sequence shown in the illustration.
Arrange the removed main bearing caps in the cylinder number order.
Remove the main bearings.
3. Remove the crankshaft.
Remove the main bearings.
4. Clean the upper and lower bearings as well as the crankshaft main journal.
5. Check the bearings for damage or excessive wear.
The bearings must be replaced as a set if damage or excessive wear is discovered during inspection.
6. Set the upper bearings and the thrust washers to their original positions.
Carefully install the crankshaft.
7. Set the lower bearings to the bearing cap original position.
