Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-to-Bearing Clearance

2010 Ford Edge FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-to-Bearing Clearance



Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-to-Bearing Clearance

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Engine for the specification.

NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.

1. Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.

2. Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.





3. NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.

Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.

4. Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.





RENDER: 1.0x

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