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Crankshaft, Engine > < Assembly Overview|Page 1995
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Crankshaft Main Bearing: Specifications

Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Bolts .......................................................................................................................  65 Nm plus an additional 90° (1/4 turn) 

Always replace bolts

Crankshaft

Axial clearance

New ...................................................................................................................................................................................................   0.07 to 0.23 mm
Wear limit .....................................................................................................................................................................................................   0.30 mm

Check radial clearance with Plastigage

New ...................................................................................................................................................................................................   0.01 to 0.04 mm
Wear limit .....................................................................................................................................................................................................   0.15 mm

Crankshaft, Engine > < Assembly Overview|Page 1995