Trooper LS V6-3.5L (1998)
10. Remove the main bearing caps in the sequence shown in the illustration.
11. Measure the plastigage width and determine the oil clearance. If the oil clearance exceeds the specified limit, replace the main bearings as a set
and/or replace the crankshaft.
Standard: 0.019 mm - 0.043 mm (0.0007 inch - 0.0017 inch)
Limit: 0.08 mm (0.0031 inch)
12. Clean the plastigage from the bearings and the crankshaft.
Remove the crankshaft and the bearings.
Crankshaft (12) Inspection
Inspect the surface of the crankshaft journal and crank pins for excessive wear and damage. Inspect the oil seal fitting surfaces for excessive wear and
damage. Inspect the oil ports for obstructions.
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
1. Carefully set the crankshaft on the V-blocks. Slowly rotate the crankshaft and measure the runout. If the crankshaft runout exceeds the specified
limit, the crankshaft must be replaced.
Runout: 0.04 mm (0.0016 inch)
