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Cylinder block crankshaft bearing shells identification 

From the factory, the upper bearing shells are allocated to cylinder block with the correct thickness. Colored spots serve to identify bearing
thicknesses.

Note: Arrow points in direction of travel.

The letters marked on lower sealing surface of cylinder block identify which bearing thickness must be installed in which location.

Color identification 

Color identification

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The crankshaft bearing shells in the bearing caps are only available as a replacement part with a "yellow" color marking.

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