| Measuring radial clearance of crankshaft |
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| Mark used bearing shells for re-installation (but do not mark bearing surface). |
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| If bearing shells are worn down to nickel layer they must be renewed. |
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| Remove bearing cap and clean bearing journal. |
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| Place a length of Plastigage corresponding to the width of the bearing on the bearing journal or in the bearing shell. |
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| The Plastigage must be positioned in the centre of the bearing shell. |
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| Fit bearing cap and tighten to 30 Nm. Do not turn crankshaft. |
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| Remove bearing cap again. |
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| Compare width of Plastigage with measurement scale. |
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